# corgi

/ˈkɔɹɡi/ (US) · /kˈɔːɡi/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/corgi
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a small dog with short legs and a long body. It is a popular breed that people often keep as a pet.

For teachers: a small, short-legged dog breed of the corgi family, originally bred in Wales for herding cattle. Often used as a general term for any small, low-to-the-ground canine.

## Examples

- The corgi ran around the garden chasing a ball.
- Many people choose a corgi as a family pet because they are friendly and easy to train.
- While the Pembroke Welsh corgi is the most famous variety, the Cardigan corgi is slightly larger and has a longer coat.

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