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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBasset Hound
Pronunciation / Transliteration: Basset Hound
"Le Basset Hound est un chien de chasse très apprécié."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A breed of dog known for its short legs and long ears, originally bred for hunting.
"The Basset Hound is known for its friendly and gentle temperament." - 2
A dog of this breed, often characterized by its droopy ears and sad expression.
"The Basset Hound lay lazily on the porch, looking up with its big, soulful eyes."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Basset' comes from the French word 'bas', meaning 'low', which refers to the breed's short stature. The breed originated in France in the 16th century, primarily bred for hunting small game due to their keen sense of smell and low build.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Basset Hound" is said worldwide
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Basset Hound
Transliteration: Basset Hound
"Il Basset Hound è un cane molto affettuoso."
Basset Hound
Transliteration: Basset Hound
"Le Basset Hound est un chien de chasse très apprécié."
Basset Hound
Transliteration: Basset Hound
"Der Basset Hound ist bekannt für seine langen Ohren."
Basset Hound
Transliteration: Basset Hound
"El Basset Hound es conocido por su carácter amistoso."
Basset Hound
Transliteration: Basset Hound
"O Basset Hound é um cão de caça muito popular."
बैसेट हाउंड
Transliteration: Baiset Hound
"बैसेट हाउंड एक लोकप्रिय कुत्ता नस्ल है।"
巴塞特猎犬
Transliteration: Bāsāitè lièquǎn
"巴塞特猎犬以其友好的性格而闻名。"
바셋 하운드
Transliteration: Baset Haundeu
"바셋 하운드는 사냥개로 유명합니다."
バセット・ハウンド
Transliteration: Bassetto Haundo
"バセット・ハウンドは非常に愛情深い犬です。"
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