Meaning of the word spaniel in English

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

spaniel

US /ˈspæn.jəl/
UK /ˈspæn.jəl/
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Noun

1.

a dog of a breed with a long silky coat and drooping ears, bred originally for flushing game

Example:
The playful spaniel chased the ball across the park.
She adopted a small cocker spaniel from the shelter.
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