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Groenendael

Groenendael

9.9
A large black Belgian sheepdog with a long thick coat and a feathery tail
  • noun
  • /ˈɡrɪnənˌdæl/
: Groenendael
  • The Groenendael is renowned for its intelligence and graceful appearance.

Examples

  • The Groenendael is known for its intelligence and loyalty.

  • Many police forces utilize the Groenendael for search and rescue missions.

  • At the dog show, her Groenendael won first prize in the herding group.

  • Have you ever seen a Groenendael in action?

  • At the dog show, her Groenendael won first prize in the herding group.

  • Many police forces utilize the Groenendael for search and rescue missions.

  • The Groenendael is renowned for its intelligence and graceful appearance.

Surface Forms

Groenendael singular
Groenendaels plural

Etymology

Groenendael comes from Dutch parts groen ('green') and dael ('valley' or 'dale'), so it literally means 'green valley'. The dog breed was named after that place in Belgium, so the name points to the breed's place of origin.