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lurcher


lurch·er

noun \ˈlər-chər\

Definition of LURCHER

1
archaic : a petty thief : pilferer
2
British : a crossbred dog; especially : one that resembles a greyhound
3
archaic : one who lurks; also : spy

Origin of LURCHER

1lurch
First Known Use: 1528

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