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spitz Definition

spitz (spits)

noun

in the U.S., any of several dogs, as the chow chow, Samoyed, or Eskimo dog, characterized by a long, dense coat, erect, pointed ears, and a tail that curls over the back; esp., a variety of Pomeranian, usually white

Etymology: Ger < spitz, pointed < OHG spizzi: see spit

spitz Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

breed: A typical spitz breed they have a wolf or fox like expression.