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elkhound

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elk·hound  (lkhound)
n.
The Norwegian elkhound.
elkhound [ˈɛlkˌhaʊnd]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Breeds) a powerful breed of dog of the spitz type with a thick grey coat and tightly curled tail Also called Norwegian elkhound
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Noun1.elkhoundelkhound - breed of compact medium-sized dog with a heavy grey coat developed in Norway for hunting elk
Norwegian elkhound
hound, hound dog - any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears


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