terrier

• Sustantivo que designa una de varias razas de perros, generalmente de tamaño pequeño o mediano, de cuerpo robusto y temperamento vivaz, criados originalmente para cazar animales que viven bajo tierra, como roedores o zorros.

A noun referring to any of several usually small, short-bodied breeds of dog originally trained to hunt animals living underground.

1. B1formal

   Any of several usually small, short-bodied dog breeds originally trained to hunt animals that live underground.

   terrier

   • The terrier dug a hole in the garden chasing a rabbit.
   • She owns a lively terrier that loves to play fetch.
   • Terriers are known for their energetic and fearless nature.