kuvasz

Valid in Scrabble

Scrabble points
22
Words With Friends
24
Letters
6
Pronunciation
/ˈkuvas/
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/ˈkuvas/ · /ˈkuvɑs/ · /ˈkʊvɑːs/ · /ˈkuːvɑːs/ · /ˈkuvɑːs/

Definition of kuvasz

3 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. A large, usually white breed of dog with its ancient origins in Hungary.
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noun

  1. A large, usually white breed of dog with its ancient origins in Hungary.
  2. (alt-of)Alternative letter-case form of Kuvasz (“Hungarian Kuvasz dog breed”).
  3. A dog of the Kuvasz breed.
    “Though they aren’t always interested in strangers, kuvaszok are often quite loving toward their families. If you’re an experienced dog owner who is looking for a dog that can protect the home or farm, it’s possible that the kuvasz could be a good choice for you.”

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Etymology

From Hungarian kuvasz (“Kuvasz”), from Turkish kavas (“guard”). Attested in English from 1935.

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