basset
noun/ˈbæsɪt/
Frequency rank: #18,329 most common English word
Meaning
A short-legged breed of hound dog with long ears, known for its keen sense of smell and use in hunting.
Example sentence
The hunter relied on his trusty basset to track the scent of rabbits through the forest.
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