Gordon setter

noun

Gor·don setter ˈgȯr-dᵊn-

: any of a breed of large bird dogs of Scottish origin that have a long flat black-and-tan coat

Word History

Etymology

Alexander, 4th Duke of Gordon †1827 Scottish sportsman

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Gordon setter was in 1865

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“Gordon setter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gordon%20setter. Accessed 28 Mar. 2023.

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