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pinscher
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pin·scher  (pnshr)
n.
A Doberman pinscher.

Dobermann, pinscher - Dobermanns are named for German dog breeder Ludwig Dobermann; pinscher means "terrier" in German.
See also related terms for terrier.
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Noun1.pinscher - any of three breeds of dogs whose ears and tail are usually croppedpinscher - any of three breeds of dogs whose ears and tail are usually cropped
guard dog, watchdog - a dog trained to guard property
Doberman, Doberman pinscher - medium large breed of dog of German origin with a glossy black and tan coat; used as a watchdog
miniature pinscher - small German version of a Doberman pinscher
affenpinscher, monkey dog, monkey pinscher - European breed of small dog resembling a terrier with dark wiry hair and a tufted muzzle


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