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tosa

Tosa (noun) means a large Japanese breed of dog originally bred for fighting. Example: “The tosa is known for its powerful build and calm temperament.”

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A large Japanese breed of dog originally bred for fighting.
"The tosa is known for its powerful build and calm temperament."

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In plain EnglishA big, muscular Japanese dog breed, historically used in dog fighting.

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Etymology

Named after the former Tosa province on the Japanese island of Shikoku, where the breed originated.

Origin: Japanese

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tosa” mean?

The word “tosa” means a large Japanese breed of dog originally bred for fighting. In plain terms, a big, muscular Japanese dog breed, historically used in dog fighting.

How do you use “tosa” in a sentence?

Here is “tosa” used in a sentence: “The tosa is known for its powerful build and calm temperament.”

What part of speech is “tosa”?

“Tosa” is a noun.

Where does the word “tosa” come from?

The word “tosa” comes from Japanese. Named after the former Tosa province on the Japanese island of Shikoku, where the breed originated.

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