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bloodhound

The correct spelling is bloodhound.

How to pronounce bloodhound

noun

IPA: /ˈblʌd.haʊnd/

Say it like: Bloo-dho-wnd

The correct spelling is bloodhound. A large scenthound famed for its ability to follow a scent many days old, over vast distances. This dog is often used as a police dog to track missing people, fleeing suspects,…

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A large scenthound famed for its ability to follow a scent many days old, over vast distances. This dog is often used as a police dog to track missing people, fleeing suspects, or escaped prisoners.
  2. 2.A detective or other person skilled at finding people or clues.
  3. 3.A bloodthirsty person.

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