collie

/'kɔli/ Cách viết khác : (colly) /'kɔli/

Thân thiện

A collie herds a flock of sheep across a green hillside.

Definition

Noun: A breed of dog, originally from Scotland, characterized by a long, narrow head, a thick double coat (often described as silky), and a distinctive mane-like ruff of fur around the neck. Collies were traditionally used as sheep-herding dogs.

Usage

The word "collie" is used to refer to a specific breed of dog. It is a countable noun. * She owns a beautiful collie. * The farmer uses collies to herd his sheep. * Is that dog a collie or a Shetland sheepdog?

Examples

• The collie is known for its intelligence and loyalty.
• Lassie, the famous fictional dog, was a Rough Collie.
• We saw a Border Collie competing in an agility trial.

Advanced Usage

• Breed Variants: The term "collie" often refers to two main types: the Rough Collie (with a long, flowing coat) and the Border Collie (often with a shorter coat, renowned as a working sheepdog). "Smooth Collie" is another recognized variant.
• As a Modifier: The word can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe things related to the breed.
  • collie puppies, collie breeding, collie rescue organization.

Variants and Related Words

• Border Collie: A specific breed of collie, often considered a separate breed, prized for its intense herding instinct and intelligence.
• Rough Collie: The long-haired variety of the collie breed.
• Sheepdog: A general term for dogs bred to herd sheep; a collie is a type of sheepdog.

Synonyms

• Sheepdog (general)
• Herding dog (general)

Idioms

• There are no common idioms that specifically feature the word "collie."

Học thuật

Noun

1. a silky-coated sheepdog with a long ruff and long narrow head developed in Scotland