noun
Uncommon
Talbot
TAWL-buht
Talbot (noun) means a now-extinct breed of hunting hound with a broad mouth and large ears, once used for tracking. Example: “Medieval hunting manuals describe the talbot as a keen-nosed tracking dog.”
noun
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A now-extinct breed of hunting hound with a broad mouth and large ears, once used for tracking.
"Medieval hunting manuals describe the talbot as a keen-nosed tracking dog."
How to use Talbot
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old breed of scent hound, now extinct, once prized for tracking game.
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Etymology
From Old French talebot, originally a nickname for bandits who blackened their faces to avoid recognition; later applied to the hound breed and adopted as a surname.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Talbot” mean?
The word “Talbot” means a now-extinct breed of hunting hound with a broad mouth and large ears, once used for tracking. In plain terms, an old breed of scent hound, now extinct, once prized for tracking game.
How do you pronounce “Talbot”?
“Talbot” is pronounced TAWL-buht (/ˈtɔːlbət/ in IPA).
How do you use “Talbot” in a sentence?
Here is “Talbot” used in a sentence: “Medieval hunting manuals describe the talbot as a keen-nosed tracking dog.”
What part of speech is “Talbot”?
“Talbot” is a noun.
Where does the word “Talbot” come from?
The word “Talbot” comes from Old French. From Old French talebot, originally a nickname for bandits who blackened their faces to avoid recognition; later applied to the hound breed and adopted as a surname.
Is “Talbot” a common word?
“Talbot” is an uncommon word in modern English.
