golden retriever

noun

: any of a breed of medium-sized retrievers having a flat moderately long golden coat

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Both models feature suede overlays, leather details with custom labels showcasing a road sketch from Klincewicz’s 11-year ritual of daily to‑do list drawings, and a custom Roo charm honoring his golden retriever and red fox lab mix. Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 11 May 2026 During the winter, the two cross-country ski and hike with Boom, their golden retriever. Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026 In the post shared on Tuesday, May 5, the Real Housewives of Orange County star, 62, said her golden retriever has been diagnosed with brain cancer after suffering multiple seizures. Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026 Labrador/golden retriever mixes were also part of the group. Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for golden retriever

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of golden retriever was in 1908

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“Golden retriever.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20retriever. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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golden retriever

noun
: any of a breed of medium-sized retrievers that have a coat of golden hair of medium length

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