noun
- plural of terrier; small to medium-sized dogs originally bred to hunt vermin and small game
Examples
- The farm kept several terriers to control the rat population.
- Jack Russell terriers are known for their energetic personalities.
- These terriers were originally bred to hunt foxes and badgers.
- The dog show featured various breeds of terriers.
- Bull terriers have distinctive egg-shaped heads.
- Yorkshire terriers are popular companion dogs despite their small size.