pinscher

Other forms: pinschers

Definitions of pinscher
  1. noun
    any of three breeds of dogs whose ears and tail are usually cropped
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    types:
    Doberman, Doberman pinscher
    medium large breed of dog of German origin with a glossy black and tan coat; used as a watchdog
    miniature pinscher
    small German version of a Doberman pinscher
    affenpinscher, monkey dog, monkey pinscher
    European breed of small dog resembling a terrier with dark wiry hair and a tufted muzzle
    type of:
    guard dog, watchdog
    a dog trained to guard property
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