wolfhound

[ woolf-hound ]

noun

1. any of several large dogs used in hunting wolves.

wolfhound

/ ˈwʊlfˌhaʊnd /

noun

1. the largest breed of dog, used formerly to hunt wolves

Word History and Origins

Origin of wolfhound¹

First recorded in 1780–90; wolf + hound ¹

Example Sentences

On Saturday, a line of dancers, musicians, DeLorean cars, Irish wolfhounds and other participants will follow that green stripe during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade through downtown.

From Seattle Times

Also present for the festivities: two very special guests — Irish wolfhounds Rosie and Ivy.

From Washington Times

On Thursday, 1,400 troops in bearskin caps and an Irish wolfhound named Seamus filed past Elizabeth’s Buckingham Palace balcony.

From Washington Post

The wolfhounds once took off after a collie that was wandering near the bear pits.

From Washington Post

The team also has funding from foundations, tech entrepreneurs and small donors such as the Irish wolfhound Association of New England.

From Seattle Times