staghound

• Крупная, тяжелая порода гончих, похожая на фоксгаунда, но крупнее его, исторически использовавшаяся для охоты на оленей и другую крупную дичь.

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.

   Крупная охотничья собака

   • 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.