miniature schnauzer

noun

: any of a breed of schnauzers that are 12 to 14 inches (30 to 36 centimeters) in height at the withers and are classified as terriers

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From December 2023:First Dog Henry, Gov. Eric Holcomb's miniature schnauzer, passes away at 13 Ollie introduced himself Thursday on Henry’s former X page, recognizing the Holcomb pup that came before him. Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Nov. 2024 His two miniature schnauzers, Uggy and Princess, kept him company. Alex Vadukul, New York Times, 15 May 2024 Holcomb's miniature schnauzer Henry died in December at age 13. Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Jan. 2024 After work, he can be found taking his miniature schnauzer, Alfred, for a walk. Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 1 June 2023 See all Example Sentences for miniature schnauzer 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of miniature schnauzer was circa 1929

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“Miniature schnauzer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/miniature%20schnauzer. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

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