foxhunter

noun

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fox·hunt·er | \ ˈfäks-ˌhən-tər

Definition of foxhunter

1 : one who engages in foxhunting

2 : hunter sense 1c

Examples of foxhunter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Keene was recognized as an accomplished polo player, race car driver, fencer, steeplechase, foxhunter, and marksman. — Maryanna Skowronski, baltimoresun.com, 24 Mar. 2021 The scene resembled a 19th century oil painting of the English countryside, with foxhunters in leather boots, tan breeches and black helmets or top hats. — Corey Kilgannon, New York Times, 13 Oct. 2017

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