collie
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Definition
A collie is a type of dog known for its long fur, intelligence, and herding ability. The most famous type is the rough collie, often seen as Lassie in movies.
Usage & Nuances
'Collie' most commonly refers to the rough collie (Lassie type), but also includes border collies and smooth collies. Used as a breed name, not a general word for dog. Often associated with farm life or herding.
Spanish: colliePortuguese (BR): colliePortuguese (PT): collieChinese (Simplified): 柯利犬Chinese (Traditional): 可利犬Hindi: कॉली (कुत्ते की नस्ल)Arabic: كولي (سلالة كلب)Bengali: কলি (এক ধরনের কুকুর)Russian: коллиJapanese: コリーVietnamese: chó collieKorean: 콜리Turkish: koliUrdu: کولی (کتا)Indonesian: anjing collie
Example Sentences
My grandparents have a collie on their farm.
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The famous dog Lassie was a collie.
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A collie has long, soft fur.
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The collie is friendly with children.
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If you want a loyal pet, a collie is a great choice.
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Our collie loves running across the fields all day long.
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