hound (Meaning)
hound (n)
any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears
someone who is morally reprehensible
hound (v)
pursue or chase relentlessly
hound (n.)
A variety of the domestic dog, usually having large, drooping ears, esp. one which hunts game by scent, as the foxhound, bloodhound, deerhound, but also used for various breeds of fleet hunting dogs, as the greyhound, boarhound, etc.
A despicable person.
A houndfish.
Projections at the masthead, serving as a support for the trestletrees and top to rest on.
A side bar used to strengthen portions of the running gear of a vehicle.
hound (v. t.)
To set on the chase; to incite to pursuit; as, to hounda dog at a hare; to hound on pursuers.
To hunt or chase with hounds, or as with hounds.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hound
hound Sentence Examples
- The relentless hound pursued its prey with unwavering determination.
- The detective hired a private hound to investigate the enigmatic crime.
- The politician was hounded by accusations of corruption and impropriety.
- The ravenous swarm of mosquitoes hound visitors to the swamp, leaving them with itchy bites.
- The incessant barking of the neighbor's hound disturbed the peace and quiet of the neighborhood.
- The photographer couldn't resist capturing the image of the graceful hound leaping through the air.
- The hound's keen sense of smell helped it track the missing child through dense undergrowth.
- The boy and his loyal hound were inseparable companions, sharing adventures in the wilderness.
- The hound's sleek coat and muscular frame showcased its hunting prowess.
- The hound's unwavering loyalty and devotion made it a beloved member of the family.
FAQs About the word hound
any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears, someone who is morally reprehensible, pursue or chase relentlesslyA variety
doggie,dog, puppy, pooch,canine, tyke, doggy, tike, bitch, mutt
carper, detractor, carper, nonfan, critic,critic, detractor, nonfan, nonadmirer, belittler
The relentless hound pursued its prey with unwavering determination.
The detective hired a private hound to investigate the enigmatic crime.
The politician was hounded by accusations of corruption and impropriety.
The ravenous swarm of mosquitoes hound visitors to the swamp, leaving them with itchy bites.
