Meaning & use

Chihuahua

noun·Everyday

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A very small breed of dog with large eyes and ears, originally from Mexico.

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The chihuahua barked fiercely despite weighing only a few pounds.

She carried her chihuahua in a small bag wherever she went.

A note on using this word

Named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua, where the breed is believed to have originated.

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