What is another word for bloodhounds?

Pronunciation: [blˈʌdha͡ʊndz] (IPA)

Bloodhounds are a breed of dog often known for their excellent sense of smell and tracking abilities. Synonyms for bloodhounds can vary depending on context and language, with some examples including "tracking dogs," "scent hounds," and "canine detectives." In certain cultures and regions, other names have been given to similar breeds of dogs with similar abilities, such as the "kurī" in New Zealand or the "alpine dachsbracke" in Europe. Overall, bloodhounds and their various synonyms play an important role in law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and as beloved pets to people around the world.

What are the hypernyms for Bloodhounds?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Bloodhounds

These bloodhounds would not abandon their prey so readily.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford
On foot the fleet barbarians would run him down with the untiring persistency of bloodhounds.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford
How, then, can we so far forget our common manhood as to pursue our brother with bloodhounds?
"Slavery and the Constitution"
William Ingersoll Bowditch

Famous quotes with Bloodhounds

  • And the clergy said, 'Certainly, you're quite right; the disease is awful. Therefore, the only way is to let it alone. Amen. A contribution will now be taken up to extend Gospel privileges to the Philippine Islands'. The abolitionists retorted by declaring that you might as well let fire alone, by telling the free States that they were bound to thrust back fugitives, and were, therefore, themselves the mere bloodhounds and slaves of slavery, which could only live by expansion, and only wanted to be let alone to become impregnable.
    George William Curtis

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