Definition

A type of dog that is specially trained to help hunters find and bring back game animals.

Example

The gundog eagerly waited for its owner to throw the dummy for retrieval training.

Conversation

Have you seen my new gundog?

No, I haven't! What breed is it?

It's a Labrador, and he's really great at retrieving things.

That sounds awesome! I bet he’ll be a great companion for hunting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gundog → The word is formed from "gun" (from Middle English *gunne*, meaning a firearm) and "dog" (from Old English *docga*, meaning a dog or a powerful breed of dog). A gundog is a type of dog trained to assist in hunting, particularly for retrieving game.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'firearm' ('gun') and a 'dog' — a gundog is a dog trained to help with hunting using a gun.

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