miniature poodle

[ min-uh-cher pood-l, min-ee-uh-cher ]

noun

1. a poodle of a variety that is taller than 10 inches (25.5 centimeters) at the shoulder but no taller than 15 inches (38 centimeters):

   We’ve had miniature poodles for years, always brown, but our new little princess is as white as a cotton ball.

Word History and Origins

Origin of miniature poodle¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Open tennis tournament, where Ingram was selected to choose the winning schipperke, bulldog, Frenchies and miniature poodle to go on to the semifinals – and, perhaps, the marquee Best in Show competition on Tuesday night.

From Seattle Times

It was supposed to be a fun sailing trip from New Jersey to the Florida Keys for two friends and a miniature poodle named Minnie.

From New York Times

Those gatherings ended the night of Dec. 10, when a massive tornado obliterated their Dawson Springs house, trapping Chris Bullock, 17-year-old son Stevie and miniature poodle Dewey under a crumbled brick wall in the basement.

From Seattle Times

Witnesses told police it appeared the miniature poodle was deliberately thrown.

From Washington Times

On the day of our visit, we were greeted by a welcoming committee of one — a beagle wearing a St. Patrick’s Day bandanna — which quickly turned into two, as Maverick the miniature poodle rushed over.

From Washington Post