Shetland sheepdog

noun

: any of a breed of small heavy-coated dogs developed in the Shetland Islands that resemble miniature collies

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Shetland sheepdog was in 1909

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“Shetland sheepdog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Shetland%20sheepdog. Accessed 10 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

Shetland sheepdog

noun
: any of a breed of small dogs that have a long thick coat and look like miniature collies

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