Scottish terrier

noun

: any of an old Scottish breed of terrier that has short legs, a long head with small erect ears and a powerful muzzle, a broad deep chest, and a very hard coat of wiry hair

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Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Scottish terrier was in 1815

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“Scottish terrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Scottish%20terrier. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

Scottish terrier

noun
: any of an old Scottish breed of terrier with short legs, a long head with small ears that stand straight up, a broad deep chest, and a thick rough coat

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