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Definition of "beagle" []

  • One of a breed of small hounds having short legs, drooping ears, and a smooth coat with white, black, and tan markings. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "beagle" in a sentence
  • "This beagle is the perfect gift for the upcoming holidays."
  • "Although I'm sure the beagle is the real trouble-maker, I can't give the beagle up because she is Monk's dog and we chose her."
  • "A beagle is unlikely to have any effect on your deer herd."