hound
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.a dog with a very good sense of smell that is trained to hunt other animals.
n.a dog belonging to any of several breeds typically used for hunting by scent or sight.
Simple“The hunter followed his hound through the thick forest to find the deer.”
In context“The pack of hounds picked up the scent near the riverbank and led the search party deep into the valley.”
Synonymshunting dogcanine - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.someone who is very interested in finding or collecting a specific thing.
n.an enthusiast or person who persistently seeks something, often used in compounds like 'glory-hound' or 'news-hound'.
Simple“As a dedicated bargain hound, she spent every Saturday morning at garage sales.”
In context“The veteran news hound was the first to arrive at the courthouse, hoping for an exclusive interview with the defendant.”
Synonyms - 03 C2 Proficiency
n.parts of a ship's mast that help hold up the top sections.
n.Projections at the masthead that serve as a support for the trestletrees.
Simple“The sailors checked the hounds of the mast for any signs of rot.”
In context“During the refit, the shipwright discovered significant structural fatigue in the hounds, requiring the entire foremast to be lowered for repair.”
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to bother or chase someone constantly to get what you want.
v.to harass, pester, or pursue someone relentlessly.
Simple“Reporters continued to hound the politician for an answer about the new tax.”
In context“Debt collectors began to hound the family with daily phone calls and formal letters, despite their requests for a payment plan.”
- 05 C2 Proficiency
v.to encourage dogs to chase or attack something.
v.to urge on or set dogs upon a quarry during a hunt.
Simple“In the old stories, the king would hound his dogs after the white deer.”
In context“The huntsman was known for his ability to hound his pack with such precision that no prey could escape the initial pursuit.”
Synonymsset uponincite
“Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly.”
“It’s true that controversy has hounded Smith from day one.”