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greyhound
[grey-hound]
noun
one of a breed of tall, slender, short-haired dogs, noted for its keen sight and swiftness.
a swift ship, especially a fast ocean liner.
greyhound
/ ˈɡɪˌʊԻ /
noun
a tall slender fast-moving dog of an ancient breed originally used for coursing
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of greyhound1
Example Sentences
So he added regular sports such as greyhound racing and motorcycle speedway, which could be held several times a week.
Once a sport that packed out stadiums across the country, greyhound racing is facing extinction in Scotland.
Government politicians needed the help of one opposition MS - Dodds was won over after ministers promised a ban on greyhound racing and £1 bus fares for under-21s.
A man who adopted a greyhound that lost a leg while racing believes the "cradle to grave" attitude towards the breed must change.
It means the Welsh government's £26bn spending plans for the NHS, education and other public services will pass in the Senedd next month, and includes a ban on greyhound racing and cash for local councils.
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