labradoodle

noun

lab·​ra·​doo·​dle ˈla-brə-ˌdü-dᵊl 

variants often Labradoodle

: a dog that is a cross between a Labrador retriever and a poodle

Examples of labradoodle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Labradoodles are a crossbreed between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 2 July 2026

But according to a study published today in the journal PLOS One, at least three trendy designer breeds—labradoodles, cavapoos, and cockapoos—display more problematic traits than at least one of their origin breeds. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 19 Mar. 2026

Meanwhile, all eight dogs — which included a labradoodle, mini dachshund, mountain dog, Aussie mix, sheepdog, lab mix and two huskies — were all found safe. — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026

So here at the base labradoodle has become our expression for dark doings and mayhem. — Literary Hub, 3 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Labrador (retriever) + poodle

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for labradoodle

• boodle
• doodle
• feudal
• noodle
• poodle