noun
- a small toy dog breed with a wiry coat and a monkey-like facial expression
Examples
- The affenpinscher is known for its distinctive bearded face.
- She adopted a black affenpinscher from the local shelter.
- Affenpinschers are small but fearless dogs.
- The breed’s name means ‘monkey terrier’ in German.
- Her affenpinscher won first place in the toy group competition.
- Affenpinschers typically weigh between 7 and 10 pounds.