Plural of terrier
regular plural
The plural of terrier is terriers.
Forms of terrier
| Singular | terrier /ˈtɛɹiə/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | terriers |
| Countable | countable |
Terriers in a sentence
- Louis hounds, and trufflers—terriers specially trained to dig up the popular delicacy of the day.1994, David Comfort, The First Pet History of the World, New York, N. Y.: Fireside, →ISBN, page 128. From the entry ailurophobiac
- Tissing through his open mouth, Tarka rolled and fought with the terriers.1927, Henry William Williamson, Tarka the Otter, Chapter 19. From the entry tiss
- When they finally hit the main nest it's ratmageddon as the terriers dive into the hole and onto their cornered quarry.2019 February 25, “Hunting rats with the dogs and men of the Tweed Valley Rat Pack”, in Scottish Field. From the entry ratmageddon
- Most retrievers are not inveterate diggers — that′s a trait usually reserved for other breeds like wire-haired terriers and schnauzers.2005, Gary R. Sampson, Dick Wolfsie, Dog Dilemmas: Simple Solutions to Everyday Problems, page 130. From the entry digger
- You are a jackhare with the whole hunt pack of terriers at your heels: I feel sorry for you.2000 August, Sean McMullen, “11 May 3960: Condelor”, in The Miocene Arrow (Greatwinter; 2), New York, N.Y.: Tor, →ISBN, part 1…. From the entry jackhare
Meaning of terrier
- noun A dog from a group of small, lively breeds, originally bred for the hunting of burrowing prey such as rats, rabbits, foxes, and even otters; this original function is reflected in some of their names (e.g. rat terrier).
- noun Someone displaying terrier-like qualities such as determined pursuit.
- noun A collection of acknowledgments of the vassals or tenants of a lordship, containing the rents and services they owed to the lord, etc.
Questions about the plural of terrier
- What is the plural of terrier?
- The plural of terrier is terriers.
- Is terrier countable?
- Terrier is a countable noun.
Source and license
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