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Mexican hairless

Mexican hairless

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A small dog from Mexico with little or no fur and smooth skin
  • noun
  • /ˈmɛksɪkən ˈhɛr.ləs/
  • US
translation icon : perro sin pelo mexicano
  • The Mexican hairless is known for its unique appearance.

Examples

  • A Mexican hairless requires special care to protect its skin from the sun.

  • The Mexican hairless is known for its lack of fur and affectionate nature.

  • Many people with allergies prefer the Mexican hairless over other breeds.

  • I saw a Mexican hairless at the dog park yesterday.

  • The Mexican hairless is known for its distinctive appearance and friendly nature.

  • Many people admire the sleek skin of the Mexican hairless breed.

  • The Mexican hairless dog is often considered a symbol of ancient Mexican culture.

Surface Forms

Mexican hairless singular
Mexican hairlesses plural

Morphology

Mexican + hairless

The meaning 'a hairless dog from Mexico' is directly and transparently derived from combining 'Mexican' (from Mexico) with 'hairless' (having no hair); the phrase simply specifies origin plus a physical trait. This adjective + adjective/ noun naming pattern is regular and cross-linguistically common, so a B1 learner who knows both words would readily infer the referent.

Etymology

Mexican hairless, made of Mexican and hairless, may come from an ancient Mexican dog called the Xoloitzcuintli, often shortened to Xolo, which had very little fur and smooth skin. That's why Mexican hairless now means 'a small, nearly hairless dog from Mexico'.