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bassett

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈbæsɪt// bas·sett

n. a type of dog with very short legs and long, floppy ears. They are known for being slow and having a great sense of smell.

n. a short-legged breed of hound of French origin, characterised by long pendulous ears and a heavy build. Often used for tracking small game due to its keen olfactory abilities.


Usage

Often spelled 'Basset' with a capital letter when referring to the specific breed name.

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