English Reference

Word

chihuahua

Phoneticschi·huahua

US/ˌtʃiˈwɑwə/

UK/tʃɪwˈɑːwɐ/

Definitions

01a breed of dog

B2

n. the smallest breed of dog in the world, known for having large ears and a big personality.

n. the smallest recognized breed of dog, originating in Mexico and characterized by large erect ears and a short or long coat.

“My neighbor has a tiny chihuahua that barks whenever someone walks past the gate.”

“Despite their diminutive stature, chihuahuas are known for their fierce loyalty and can be quite protective of their owners.”

02a place in Mexico

C1

n. a large state in northern Mexico, or the capital city of that state.

n. a state in northern Mexico, or its capital city, from which the dog breed takes its name.

“We traveled through the desert in Chihuahua during our trip to Mexico.”

“The state of Chihuahua is the largest in Mexico by area and shares a significant border with the United States.”

Formal

Etymology

Borrowed from Mexican Spanish Chihuahua. The dog is named after the state.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

This entry

Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Frequent
Updated

Scan code

englishreference.com/q/chihuahua

English Reference