pinscher

[ pin-sher ]

noun

1. one of a group of related dogs including the Doberman pinscher, miniature pinscher, and affenpinscher.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pinscher¹

First recorded in 1925–30; by shortening

Example Sentences

She met Steedle, a 19-pound mini pinscher mix, on a Zoom call.

From Washington Post

Mr. Airedale, Mr. Dobermann-Pinscher, and several other prominent members of the Church burst into threatening growls.

From Project Gutenberg

Mr. Dobermann-Pinscher burned his feet trying to climb up the side of the boiler.

From Project Gutenberg