1. Dogs that hunt by sight rather than by scent, such as greyhounds, whippets, or salukis.
Usage: Plural form; singular is gazehound.; Also called sighthounds.

Examples

• Gazehounds were bred to chase prey across open terrain using their keen eyesight.
• Greyhounds and whippets are popular gazehounds known for their speed.
• Unlike beagles, gazehounds rely on vision rather than their sense of smell to track game.
• The ancient Egyptians valued gazehounds for hunting in the desert.
• Modern gazehounds are often kept as pets and compete in racing events.