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pharaoh hound

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pharaoh hound

[fair-oh, far-oh, fey-roh]
–noun
one of a breed of medium-sized gazehounds with a smooth coat, red to tan in color with white markings, and erect ears.

Origin:
1965–70
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Pharaoh hound  
n.  Any of a breed of sleek, swift-running hunting dog originating in Egypt and having a short, glossy, tan coat and large, pointed ears.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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