Parson Russell Terrier Definition

noun
A terrier of a breed developed in England to hunt foxes, having a small sturdy body and a dense, mostly white coat with brown or black markings. It was previously designated as the Jack Russell terrier.
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Origin of Parson Russell Terrier

  • After the Reverend John Russell (1795–1883), English clergyman who bred terriers

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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