Lakeland terrier

noun

1. one of a breed of small, slender terriers, raised originally in northwestern England for hunting foxes.

Lakeland terrier

noun

1. a wire-haired breed of terrier, originally from the Lake District and used for hunting

Word History and Origins

Origin of Lakeland terrier¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Trumpet beat a French bulldog, a German shepherd, a Maltese, an English setter, a Samoyed and a Lakeland terrier to take the trophy in the 146th Westminster.

From Washington Times

Also during the week, he clips Missy’s toenails, bathes her and brushes the Lakeland terrier with coat polish, a conditioner for dogs.

From Washington Post