| one of an English breed of medium-sized hunting dogs, slightly larger than the American foxhound, having a short, dense, glossy coat, in combinations of black, tan, or white, with low-set ears, and very straight legs, originally used for hunting foxes in packs. |
| English foxhound n. Any of a breed of medium-sized hunting dog originating in England and having straight legs and a smooth, black and white or tan and white coat. |