Bloodhound: meaning, definitions and examples

Etymology

• The word comes from the Old French 'Bloodhund,' meaning 'blooded hound,' indicating these dogs were bred from noble ancestry.
• Early records show that the breed was known in England as 'St. Hubert Hound' due to its association with St. Hubert, the patron saint of hunters.

History

• Originally bred in the Middle Ages for tracking game, these dogs have been used in hunting since the 8th century.
• In the 19th century, the breed gained recognition for its tracking abilities in police work, aiding in criminal investigations.

Pop Culture

• In the popular cartoon 'Huckleberry Hound,' the character is a fun-loving version of a tracker, nodding to the breed's tracking reputation.
• Bloodhounds have appeared in many detective films and shows, showcasing their skills in solving mysteries and finding missing persons.

Science

• These dogs can track scents that are several days old, thanks to their highly developed sense of smell, which has up to 300 million olfactory receptors.
• Their unique physical structure, with large ears and loose skin, helps them trap scent particles effectively as they track.

Training and Behavior

• Bloodhounds are notable for their stubbornness; training requires patience and consistency, focusing on their ability to follow scents.
• Unlike other breeds, once they pick up a scent, they can be very single-minded in their pursuit, often ignoring commands from their handlers.

This word's position of #32,603 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.

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