labradoodle

noun

lab·​ra·​doo·​dle ˈla-brə-ˌdü-dᵊl How to pronounce labradoodle (audio)
variants often Labradoodle
: a dog that is a cross between a Labrador retriever and a poodle

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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 Jacklyn Katz said her family brought Bauer, a 15-week-old Australian labradoodle, home to Madison just over three weeks ago. Nick Caloway, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for labradoodle

Word History

Etymology

Labrador (retriever) + poodle

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of labradoodle was in 1970

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“Labradoodle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/labradoodle. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.

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