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Sealyham

Sealyham

9.9
A small terrier dog with rough fur and short legs from Wales
  • noun
  • /ˈsiːliˌhæm/
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  • Grooming a Sealyham requires regular brushing to manage its wiry coat.

Examples

  • The Sealyham is known for its friendly and fearless nature.

  • She adopted a Sealyham from the local animal shelter last year.

  • My friend has a lovely Sealyham.

  • The Sealyham is known for its friendly temperament.

  • Grooming a Sealyham requires regular brushing to manage its wiry coat.

  • She adopted a Sealyham from the local animal shelter last year.

  • The Sealyham is known for its friendly and fearless nature.

Synonyms

Sealyham terrier
vsSealyham
7.7

A small white dog with short legs and a rough coat bred for hunting

is the broader breed label emphasizing origin and type rather than hunting use

Compounds

Sealyham terrier
7.7

A small white dog with short legs and a rough coat bred for hunting

Surface Forms

Sealyham singular
Sealyhams plural

Etymology

Sealyham is named after a village in Wales where this small, wire-haired terrier was first bred, so the dog takes its name from that place. The ending -ham means 'home', so Sealyham originally meant 'Sealy's home', which is why the breed is called a Sealyham.