Associations to the word «Spaniel»

Pictures for the word «Spaniel»

Wiktionary

SPANIEL, noun. Any of various small breeds of gun dog having a broad muzzle, long, wavy fur and long ears that hang at the side of the head, bred for flushing and retrieving game.
SPANIEL, noun. A cringing, fawning person.
SPANIEL, verb. To follow loyally or obsequiously, like a spaniel.

Dictionary definition

SPANIEL, noun. Any of several breeds of small to medium-sized gun dogs with a long silky coat and long frilled ears.

Wise words

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