beagle

noun

bea·​gle ˈbē-gəl How to pronounce beagle (audio)
: any of a breed of small short-legged smooth-coated often black, white, and tan hounds

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Both Gibson and Butler held beagles from Ridglan Farms that had been transported from the facility to the humane society on Tuesday. Scott Bauer, Fortune, 13 May 2026 This day was all about the dogs — more specifically, the beagles. Scott Bauer, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026 The footage was collected by the group Direct Action Everywhere, known for tactics including releasing beagles from medical breeding facilities and abused calves from farms. Susanne Rust follow, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026 Both Gibson and Butler held beagles from Ridglan Farms that had been transported from the facility to the humane society on Tuesday. ABC News, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for beagle

Word History

Etymology

Middle English begle

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beagle was in the 15th century

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“Beagle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beagle. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

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beagle

noun
bea·​gle ˈbē-gəl How to pronounce beagle (audio)
: any of a breed of small hounds with short legs and smooth coats

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