World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesSpürhund
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ʃpyːʁhʊnt
"Der Spürhund hat die versteckten Drogen gefunden."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A dog trained to detect substances by smell, commonly used in law enforcement and search and rescue operations.
"The sniffer-dog successfully located the hidden drugs in the suspect's vehicle." - 2
A colloquial term for any dog that is particularly adept at using its sense of smell.
"Her pet beagle is a natural sniffer-dog, always finding treats hidden around the house."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'sniffer-dog' is a compound word formed from 'sniffer', which originates from the verb 'to sniff' (Middle English 'sniffen', from Old Norse 'snifa'), and 'dog', which has Germanic roots. The usage of the term in relation to dogs trained to detect scents dates back to the late 20th century.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Sniffer-Dog"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Sniffer-Dog" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
chien de détection
Transliteration: ʃjɛ̃ də de.tɛk.sjɔ̃
"Le chien de détection a trouvé la drogue cachée."
Spürhund
Transliteration: ʃpyːʁhʊnt
"Der Spürhund hat die versteckten Drogen gefunden."
cane da ricerca
Transliteration: ˈka.ne da reˈtʃer.ka
"Il cane da ricerca ha trovato la droga nascosta."
perro de detección
Transliteration: ˈpe.ro ðe de.teksjon
"El perro de detección localizó las drogas ocultas."
cão de detecção
Transliteration: kɐ̃w dʒi dɛtɛkˈsɐ̃w
"O cão de detecção encontrou as drogas escondidas."
सुगंध खोजने वाला कुत्ता
Transliteration: sugandh khojne wala kutta
"सुगंध खोजने वाला कुत्ता छिपी हुई दवाइयाँ ढूंढने में सफल रहा।"
嗅探犬
Transliteration: xiù tàn quǎn
"嗅探犬成功找到了隐藏的毒品。"
탐지견
Transliteration: tamjigyeon
"탐지견이 숨겨진 마약을 찾아냈습니다."
嗅覚犬
Transliteration: kyūkaku inu
"嗅覚犬が隠された薬物を見つけました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all German termsA traditional Korean measurement unit equivalent to ten of a certain item or quantity.
The act of provoking or urging someone to act, especially in a way that is unlawful or harmful.
The ability to use water in a manner that minimizes waste and maximizes utility.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Sniffer-Dog"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.