(xiāo) - A long-haired hunting dog & specifically refers to a type of hunting dog

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A long-haired hunting dog;

specifically refers to a type of hunting dog from the ancient state of Xu.

A long-haired hunting dogspecifically refers to a type of hunting dog

Usage highlights

hunting doglongXu state hunting dogswift hunting dognoble hunting dog

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The hunter used a swift hunting dog (獢) for the chase.
  • Ancient texts mention the Xu hunting dog (獢) as particularly agile.
  • In classical literature, the 獢 was prized for its long fur and hunting prowess.

Collocations

  • hunting dog(獢犬)
  • long-haired dog(长毛獢)
  • Xu state hunting dog(徐獢)
  • swift hunting dog(迅獢)
  • noble hunting dog(贵獢)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Mentioned in ancient Chinese texts as a specific breed of hunting dog from the state of Xu.
  • Represents specialized breeding and training of hunting animals in ancient China.
  • Reflects the importance of hunting in aristocratic culture of certain historical periods.

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