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otterhound

noun
ot·​ter·​hound | \ ˈä-tÉ™r-ËŒhau̇nd How to pronounce otterhound (audio) \

Definition of otterhound

: any of a breed of large hounds that originated in Great Britain and have a rough outer and inner coat, webbed feet, and a keen sense of smell

First Known Use of otterhound

1575, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for otterhound

from its use in hunting otters

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