noun
collie
KO-lee
Collie (noun) means a breed of dog, originally bred in Scotland and England to herd sheep, known for its long coat and intelligence. Example: “The Border Collie is famous for being one of the smartest dog breeds around.”
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A breed of dog, originally bred in Scotland and England to herd sheep, known for its long coat and intelligence.
"The Border Collie is famous for being one of the smartest dog breeds around."
"Her collie rounded up the sheep without any commands."
How to use collie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA herding dog breed from Scotland, prized for intelligence and sheep-herding skill.
Common pairings
border collie
collie puppy
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Word forms
- Plural
- collies
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Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly linked to "coal" as a reference to the dog's dark coloring.
Rhymes for collie
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What does “collie” mean?
The word “collie” means a breed of dog, originally bred in Scotland and England to herd sheep, known for its long coat and intelligence. In plain terms, a herding dog breed from Scotland, prized for intelligence and sheep-herding skill.
How do you pronounce “collie”?
“Collie” is pronounced KO-lee (/ˈkɑli/ in IPA).
How do you use “collie” in a sentence?
Here is “collie” used in a sentence: “The Border Collie is famous for being one of the smartest dog breeds around.”
What part of speech is “collie”?
“Collie” is a noun.
