Chihuahua

Other forms: Chihuahuas

Chihuahua is one of Mexico's 31 states. It's also a tiny breed of dog that's named after that state.

Located in northwestern Mexico, the state of Chihuahua shares a long border with the U.S. Its capital city is also called Chihuahua. It's the largest Mexican state, while the dog that shares its name is one of the world's very smallest breeds. In Chihuahua, these little round-headed dogs are known as Chihuahueños, or "from Chihuahua." They're bred to be devoted companions with feisty personalities.

Definitions of Chihuahua

1. noun

   a state in northern Mexico; mostly high plateau
   example of:

   province, state

   the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
2. noun

   a city in northern Mexico in the state of Chihuahua; commercial center of northern Mexico
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   city, metropolis, urban center

   a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
3. noun

   one of a breed of tiny dogs with protruding eyes, originating in Mexico
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   toy, toy dog

   any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets