rottweiler
part of speech
noun (a Rottweiler, Rottweilers)
meaning for a pupil
1) A Rottweiler is a large, strong breed of dog, black with brown markings, first bred in Germany to herd cattle and guard. tree →
2) (informal) Calling someone a rottweiler means they are fierce and aggressive in arguing or defending something. tree →
sense in the lessons
In everyday life Rottweilers are kept as guard dogs and family pets; they are loyal and protective but powerful, so children should ask the owner before stroking any dog. In news and politics, a tough, attacking person may be called a "rottweiler". The breed is named after the German town of Rottweil.
examples
- Our neighbours have a friendly Rottweiler called Bruno. tree →
- A Rottweiler is black with brown patches on its face and legs. tree →
- Always ask the owner before you stroke a Rottweiler. tree →
- Rottweilers were once used to herd cattle to market. tree →
- The guard dog was a huge Rottweiler. tree →
- (informal) The new manager is a rottweiler in meetings. tree →
- Rottweilers need lots of exercise and training. tree →
note
Breed names usually take a capital: Rottweiler. Spelling: two t's, "ei". Nickname: Rottie. Myth: not every Rottweiler is dangerous — behaviour depends on training — but any big dog should be treated with care.
Trees and pragmatics
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