foxhound

/ˈfɒkshaʊnd/

Definitions

1. noun

a medium-sized to large breed of hound dog, typically used for hunting foxes and other small game

“The farmer took his foxhound out for a walk, enjoying the crisp morning air.”

2. noun

a person who hunts with a pack of hounds, especially a foxhound

“The foxhound followed the trail, carefully tracking the scent of the fox.”

Synonyms

  • beagle
  • bloodhound
  • hound

Antonyms

  • lapdog
  • poodle