Bobtailed: meaning, definitions and examples
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bobtailed
[ หbษหbหteษชld ]
animal breed
Bobtailed refers to having a short, stubby tail or lacking a tail entirely. This term is often used to describe certain dog breeds, such as the Bobtail or Old English Sheepdog, which are characterized by their distinctively short tails. The bobtail feature can be a natural mutation or the result of a deliberate breeding choice to create a specific appearance. The absence of a long tail does not affect the animal's overall functionality or health; it is merely an aesthetic trait.
Synonyms
short-tailed, stub-tailed, tailless
Examples of usage
- The bobtailed dog ran happily in the park.
- Many bobtailed breeds are known for their friendly temperament.
- Bobtailed cats are also gaining popularity among pet owners.
Translations
Translations of the word "bobtailed" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cauda curta
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคฌเคเฅเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช schwanzlos
๐ฎ๐ฉ ekor pendek
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะตะทั ะฒะพััะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ bezogonowy
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใคใซ
๐ซ๐ท ร queue courte
๐ช๐ธ sin cola
๐น๐ท kuyruksuz
๐ฐ๐ท ์งง์ ๊ผฌ๋ฆฌ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุฏูู ุฐูู
๐จ๐ฟ bez ocasu
๐ธ๐ฐ bez chvosta
๐จ๐ณ ็ญๅฐพ
๐ธ๐ฎ brez repa
๐ฎ๐ธ stuttur halur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าััาะฐ าาฑะนััาัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qฤฑsa quyruqlu
๐ฒ๐ฝ sin cola
Etymology
The term 'bobtailed' has its roots in the 18th century, derived from the word 'bob', which means a short or blunt object. The 'tail' part of the word straightforwardly refers to the appendage typically found on many animals. The practice of breeding animals with shorter tails can be traced back to various cultures, where it was favored either for aesthetic reasons or for practical purposes in working animals. In some cases, bobtail characteristics were selectively bred to enhance agility, while in others, they were a matter of breed standard. The evolution of this term reflects a growing interest in certain dog breeds, particularly during the Victorian era when animal breeding became a popular hobby among the upper classes. As a result, bobtailed breeds have gained prominence in dog shows and competitions, further embedding the term in popular vernacular.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,731, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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