dachshund

/ˈdɑkshənd/

/ˈdæʃənd/

Other forms: dachshunds

Definitions of dachshund

1. noun

   small long-bodied short-legged German breed of dog having a short sleek coat and long drooping ears; suited for following game into burrows
   synonyms: badger dog, dachsie

   types:

   sausage dog, sausage hound

   informal term

   type of:

   hunting dog

   a dog used in hunting game