staghound

• Grand chien courant robuste, proche du foxhound mais plus grand, historiquement utilisé pour la chasse au cerf et à d'autres grands gibiers.

A large, heavy breed of hound, similar to but larger than a foxhound, historically used for hunting stags and other large game.

1. Large hunting dogC1formal

   A large, heavy breed of hound historically used for hunting stags and other large game; similar in appearance to a foxhound but larger.

   Chien courant pour la chasse au cerf

   • The staghound tracked the deer through the dense forest.
   • In medieval times, staghounds were prized by nobility for their strength and endurance.
   • The staghound's powerful build made it ideal for pursuing large game.