greyhound

American

[grey-hound] / ˈgreɪˌhaʊnd /

Or grayhound

noun

one of a breed of tall, slender, short-haired dogs, noted for its keen sight and swiftness.
a swift ship, especially a fast ocean liner.

greyhound British

/ ˈɡreɪˌhaʊnd /

noun

a tall slender fast-moving dog of an ancient breed originally used for coursing

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Etymology

Origin of greyhound

before 1000; Middle English greihund, grehund, grihund, Old English grīghund < Old Norse greyhundr; compare Old Norse grey bitch; hound ¹

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Spencer also describes herself as a marathon runner and "housemate to four rescued greyhounds", with the dogs spotted campaigning with her in the constituency.

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It added: "His colour, age and a common misperception that greyhounds need lots of exercise, were all factors that prevented Bobby finding his forever home - plus an unwillingness to share his toys."

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Dodds had supported the Welsh government earlier this year in a deal that included a ban on greyhound racing.

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His schedule included hosting a "Bucking Bull" challenge at a greyhound race in Sydney and doing a DJ set at a horse racing meet in Perth.

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Katharine and a friend went on a greyhound bus trip to Mexico.

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