bull terrier meaning

UK /bʊl ˈtɛrɪə/ US /bʊl ˈtɛriɚ/ 4 syllables

bull terrier (noun): a powerful short-haired terrier originated in England by crossing the bulldog with terriers.

Definition of bull terrier

  1. a powerful short-haired terrier originated in England by crossing the bulldog with terriers

    Synonyms: bullterrier

    Type of: terrier

    Kinds: Staffordshire bullterrier, American Staffordshire terrier

How to pronounce bull terrier

bull terrier is pronounced /bʊl ˈtɛrɪə/ in British English and /bʊl ˈtɛriɚ/ in American English. It has 4 syllables.

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