bloodhound

noun

blood·​hound ˈbləd-ˌhau̇nd 

1

: any of a breed of large powerful hounds of European origin remarkable for acuteness of smell

2

: a person keen in pursuit

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Examples of bloodhound in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These include basset hounds, bloodhounds, and Labrador retrievers, which are known for their tracking and detection talents. —Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024

Bo is a 18-month-old bloodhound who works with the Gastonia Police Department in North Carolina. —Brittany Kasko, Fox News, 8 Nov. 2024

Homer is found seriously injured in the woods, being watched over by his bloodhound, Argos. —Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2024

These include northern breeds like the Siberian husky and Alaskan Malamute, and hunting breeds like the beagle and bloodhound. —Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

bloodhound

noun

blood·​hound ˈbləd-ˌhau̇nd 

: any of a breed of large powerful hounds with a wrinkled face and a very good sense of smell