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Newfoundland

Newfoundland

1 3.2
A large, strong dog with thick fur that swims well
  • noun
  • /ˈnjuːfənˌlænd/
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  • Known for their gentle nature and strength, Newfoundlands excel at water rescues.

Examples

  • What makes Newfoundland dogs the ultimate doggy lifeguards?

  • If you're looking for a family-friendly pet, a Newfoundland with a thick, black coat might be the perfect choice.

  • This dog appears to be a Newfoundland. Well, it did it. It said no, you're too baby. Nothing. OHS baby. New baby

  • Fried cod tongues, which are actually a little muscle from the neck of the fish, are a traditional Newfoundland food, often served as an appetizer.

    Academic text (2018)
  • The skilled swimmer rescued a struggling child from drowning thanks to his loyal Newfoundland dog.

Synonyms

Newfoundland dog
vsNewfoundland
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A very large dog with thick fur that swims well and helps people in water

is the shorter name that omits the animal word but keeps the same meaning

Compounds

A Canadian province that includes the island of Newfoundland and part of mainland Labrador

A very large dog with thick fur that swims well and helps people in water

9.9

A small birch that grows as a low shrub in cold parts of North America and Greenland

How Big

mastiff
7 4.1
Newfoundland
1 3.2
toy dog
1 3.2

Surface Forms

Newfoundland singular
Newfoundlands plural

Etymology

Newfoundland the dog is named after the island Newfoundland, where people bred a large, strong dog to help fishermen in the water. So the breed's name points to its place of origin and its skill at swimming and strength.