pit bull terrier

pit bull terrier

n (Breeds) a dog resembling the Staffordshire bull terrier but somewhat larger: developed for dog-fighting; it is not recognized by kennel clubs and is regarded as dangerous. It is not allowed in some countries, including the UK. Also called: American pit bull terrier

pit′ bull` ter′rier

n. 1. American Staffordshire terrier. 2. a dog developed by crossbreeding the American Staffordshire terrier and another breed, as the bull terrier. Also called pit′ bull`.[1940–45]

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pit bull terrier - American breed of muscular terriers with a short close-lying stiff coatAmerican pit bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Staffordshire terrierbull terrier, bullterrier - a powerful short-haired terrier originated in England by crossing the bulldog with terriers

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