Lhasa
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A small terrier dog with long heavy fur from Tibet that many people keep as a watchdog
- noun
- /ˈlɑːsə/
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Lhasa apso
- The Lhasa is known for its long, flowing coat and keen sense of hearing.
Examples
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Many families choose a Lhasa because it makes an excellent apartment dog.
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Her Lhasa always barks when someone approaches the door.
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The Lhasa is known for its friendly temperament.
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I saw a Lhasa at the dog park yesterday.
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A Lhasa is a devoted companion that thrives in a loving home.
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With its thick fur, the Lhasa can stay warm in cold weather.
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The playful Lhasa enjoys chasing its toys around the living room.
Synonyms
Lhasa apso
vsLhasa
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A small dog from Tibet with a long heavy coat kept as a companion or watchdog
is a terrier type originally raised in Tibet mainly as a watchdog
Compounds
Surface Forms
Etymology
Lhasa is named after the city Lhasa, because the dogs were raised in Tibet as small temple watchdogs and companions. A helpful way to remember this is to think of a little dog from the 'place of gods', which explains why a Lhasa is a small, long-haired Tibetan dog.