noun
collie
KAH-lee/ˈkɑːli/
A herding dog with a long or short coat.
The collie guides the sheep through the open gate.
Etymology
The name denotes a sheepdog associated with Scotland, but its origin is uncertain. Suggestions include a word meaning “coal-black,” the dog name Colle, and a Gaelic word for “puppy.”
In context
Border Collie dogs bred specifically for their ability to understand how Farmers want their sheep herded
More examples
- Our collie has a short, smooth coat.
- She brushes her long-haired collie after their walks.
- Two collies watch the flock from the hillside.
Forms
collie · collies
Similar words
- sheepdog
- A broader term for dogs that herd or guard sheep.