noun
- a breed of dog with a short smooth coat, erect ears, and a docked tail, originally developed in Germany
Examples
- The Doberman pinscher is known for its loyalty and intelligence.
- She adopted a miniature pinscher from the local animal shelter.
- German pinschers were originally bred to catch rats and other vermin.
- The pinscher’s alert expression made it an excellent watchdog.
- His pinscher had the characteristic pointed ears and sleek coat.
- The dog show featured several pinscher breeds in the working group category.