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Rarebloodhound
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.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.A detective or other person skilled at finding people or clues.
- 3.A bloodthirsty person.
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