noun
Newfoundland
NYOO-fownd-luhnd
noun
1
A giant working dog breed with a thick, usually black coat, prized for its strength, calm temperament, and natural swimming ability.
"The Newfoundland waded straight into the lake to pull the drowning swimmer to shore."
"Newfoundlands are famously gentle with children despite their huge size."
How to Use Newfoundland
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA very large, shaggy dog breed known for being gentle giants and strong swimmers.
Word Forms
Newfoundlands plural
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Etymology
Named after Newfoundland, the Canadian island where the breed was developed to help fishermen haul nets and rescue people from the water.