Greyhound

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈɡɹeɪhaÊŠnd/

Alternative forms

• grayhound

Origin

Old English grīġhund, from an unclear first element (not related to grey) + hund ("hound").

Full definition of greyhound

Noun

1. A lean breed of dog used in hunting and racing.
2. A highball cocktail of vodka and grapefruit juice.

Synonyms

• (highball cocktail) salty dog

Verb

1. (of fish) To leap rapidly across the surface of the water.