noun
poodle
POO-dul/ˈpuːdl/
A dog of a curly-coated breed often clipped decoratively.
The poodle has a curly coat and neatly clipped ankle cuffs.
Etymology
The “puddle” element survives from a longer name meaning “water dog,” probably reflecting the breed's original use in hunting waterfowl.
In context
It's actually so ancient. It's the base breed of a poodle. It's where a poodle came from.
More examples
- Two poodles bounded across the yard.
- She brushed the poodle's thick coat.
- The standard poodle stood beside its smaller companion.
Forms
poodle · poodles