retriever
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Noun — A breed of dog trained to fetch game for hunters, known for being friendly and trainable.
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Etymology
From retrieve + -er.
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What does “retriever” mean?
The word “retriever” means a breed of dog trained to fetch game for hunters, known for being friendly and trainable. In plain terms, most commonly refers to the dog breed, but can describe anyone or anything that fetches or recovers something.
How do you pronounce “retriever”?
“Retriever” is pronounced ree-TREE-vuhr (/ɹiˈtɹivəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “retriever” in a sentence?
Here is “retriever” used in a sentence: “Golden retrievers are popular family pets as well as hunting dogs.”
What part of speech is “retriever”?
“Retriever” is a noun.
How many meanings does “retriever” have?
“Retriever” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a breed of dog trained to fetch game for hunters, known for being friendly and trainable.