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Gordon setter

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɔːd(ə)n/

Definition of Gordon setter

noun

  • a setter of a black-and-tan breed, used as a gun dog.

Origin:

mid 19th century: named after the 4th Duke of Gordon (1743–1827), who promoted the breed

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Definition of Gordon setter in the US English dictionary

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