Definitions for: Greyhound


[n] a tall slender dog of an ancient breed noted for swiftness and keen sight; used as a racing dog



Webster (1913) Definition: Grey"hound`, n. [OE. graihund, greihound, greahund,
grihond, Icel. greyhundr; grey greyhound + hundr dog; cf. AS.
gr[imac]ghund. The origin of the first syllable is unknown.]
A slender, graceful breed of dogs, remarkable for keen sight
and swiftness. It is one of the oldest varieties known, and
is figured on the Egyptian monuments. [Written also
grayhound.]


Grey"hound`, n.
A swift steamer, esp. an ocean steamer.

See Also: hound, hound dog, Italian greyhound, racer, whippet

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