Meaning of the word pye-dog in English

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pye-dog

US /ˈpaɪ.dɔɡ/
UK /ˈpaɪ.dɒɡ/
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Noun

a pariah dog, especially one of a breed common in India.

Example:
The stray pye-dog wandered through the bustling market, searching for scraps.
In many parts of Asia, pye-dogs are a common sight in rural and urban areas alike.