schnauzer

noun

schnau·​zer ˈshnau̇-zər 

ˈshnau̇t-sər

: a dog of any of three breeds that originated in Germany and are characterized by a wiry coat, long head, pointed ears, heavy eyebrows, and long hair on the muzzle:

a

: standard schnauzer

b

: giant schnauzer

c

: miniature schnauzer

Examples of schnauzer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The spirited schnauzer bested six other finalists to become the first of his breed tapped as Westminster’s best in show, the most prestigious prize in the U.S. dog show world. —Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025

Gretchen was a Dalmatian and Buddy was a schnauzer. —Margaret Lyons, EW.com, 17 Jan. 2025

Bud is a schnauzer mix with deep, expressive eyes; beige snoot and leg stockings; and a white chest, with the rest of his fur a charcoal black. —Tj MacIas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2025

Amid the heat of all that charisma, there were three cute canines sniffing around: Zendaya’s mini black schnauzer, Noon; Demi Moore’s micro chihuahua, Pilaf; and Mikey Madison’s chihuahua puppy, Jam. —Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

Etymology

German, from Schnauze snout — more at snout

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing schnauzer

• giant schnauzer
• miniature schnauzer
• standard schnauzer

Rhymes for schnauzer

• browser
• hauser
• houser
• trouser

Kids Definition

schnauzer

noun

schnau·​zer ˈshnau̇t-sər 

ˈshnau̇-zər,

snau̇-

: any of a German breed of dogs with a long head, pointed ears, and wiry coat