Meaning of the word greyhound in English

What does greyhound mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

greyhound

US /ˈɡreɪ.haʊnd/
UK /ˈɡreɪ.haʊnd/
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Noun

a dog of a tall, slender breed, noted for its speed and used for racing and coursing

Example:
The greyhound raced around the track with incredible speed.
She adopted a retired racing greyhound.