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Boston terrier

noun

  1. one of an American breed of small, pug-faced, short-haired dogs having erect ears, a short tail, and a brindled or black coat with white markings.

Boston terrier

noun

  1. a short stocky smooth-haired breed of terrier with a short nose, originally developed by crossing the French and English bulldogs with the English bull terrier

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Word History and Origins

Origin of Boston terrier1

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

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Example Sentences

Show points and standard of the Boston Terrier, furnished by an enthusiastic American fancier of the breed.

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