Main Entry: schip·per·ke

Pronunciation: \ˈski-pər-kē, ˈshi-, -kə; -pərk\

Function: noun

Etymology: Flemish, diminutive of schipper skipper; from its use as a watchdog on boats — more at skipper

Date: 1887

: any of a Belgian breed of small stocky black tailless dogs with foxy head and heavy coat

[schipperke illustration]