fila
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A large loyal Brazilian dog that guards people and animals
- noun
- /ˈfiːlə/
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fila
- A well-trained fila can be both a gentle companion and a fierce guardian.
Examples
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Many farmers rely on a fila to protect their livestock from intruders.
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Many families choose a fila as their guard dog.
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The fila is famous in Brazil for its courage and devotion to its family.
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The fila is known for its strong protective instincts.
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The fila is highly regarded in Brazil for its loyalty and protective nature.
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Many people select a fila to serve as a dependable watchdog for their home.
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A loyal fila will always be on alert, ready to defend its family.
How Protective
Surface Forms
Etymology
Fila (as in the breed Fila Brasileiro) comes from Portuguese and, one popular idea says, is linked to the verb filar, which can mean 'to hold' or 'to grab'. So you can remember a fila as a dog that 'holds' or guards its family, which fits its loyal, protective nature.