molosse

/məˈlɒsi, ˈmɒlsɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

A large, powerful dog of ancient Greece and Rome, now extinct, often kept for fighting.

“The ancient gladiators fought fierce molosse in the arena.”

2. noun

A type of large dog, such as a mastiff, bred for strength and fighting ability.

“The breeder specialized in training powerful molosse for protection.”

Synonyms

  • mastiff
  • warhound

Antonyms

  • companion
  • lapdog