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lurcher

The correct spelling is lurcher.

How to pronounce lurcher

noun

Say it like: Lur-che-r

The correct spelling is lurcher. One who lurks or lies in wait; one who watches in order to rob or betray; a poacher.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.One who lurks or lies in wait; one who watches in order to rob or betray; a poacher.
  2. 2.A type of crossbreed dog ― a cross between a sighthound and any other breed or the offspring of such crosses.
  3. 3.A large nymphalid butterfly, Yoma sabina, of Australia and Asia.
  4. 4.A glutton; a gormandizer.

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