Belgian Tervuren

[ ter-vyoor-uhn, ter- ]

noun

1. one of a Belgian breed of medium-sized dogs having a long, straight coat, fawn to mahogany in color, differing from the Belgian sheepdog only in color.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Belgian Tervuren¹

First recorded 1960–65; Tervu(e)ren, a town east of Brussels

Example Sentences

After the move they got a Belgian Tervuren called Toska, who is three, to help with security.

From BBC

As a 37-year fancier and responsible breeder of Belgian Tervuren shepherds, I was very upset by the letter from a reader in St. Louis that appeared in your column recently.

From Washington Post

I take great pride in the fact that I have produced many fine Belgian Tervuren shepherds, many of which are champions with lots of performance titles, and also those that are cherished family pets.

From Washington Post

Second-place finisher Smartie, a Belgian Tervuren, stacked water bowls with her mouth.

From US News

Second-place finisher Smartie, a Belgian Tervuren, stacked water bowls with her mouth.

From Washington Times