Jack Russell terrier

noun

ˈjak-ˈrə-səl-

: any of a breed of small terriers having a white coat with brown, black, or brown-and-black markings

called also Jack Russell

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Like a dachshund or Jack Russell terrier, the A110 was purpose-built to fight well above its weight. —

Robert Ross, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024 Most feature self-portraits, often accompanied by Shaw’s late Jack Russell terrier, Mr. C, or by an alter ego (a wolf-man wearing a blue kimono). —

Sebastian Smee, Washington Post, 1 Mar. 2024 John Galliano adapted an outfit from his Christian Dior couture show to play the formidable Queen of Hearts—and even made a costume for his Jack Russell terrier, Cheyenne. —

Hamish Bowles, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2024 Macey Mullins, of London, said bought a Jack Russell terrier from a Petland store in Lewis Center for $4,600. —

Shahid Meighan, The Enquirer, 19 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Jack Russell terrier

Word History

Etymology

Jack (John) Russell †1883 English clergyman & dog breeder

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Jack Russell terrier was in 1961

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“Jack Russell terrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Jack%20Russell%20terrier. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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