Meaning & use
Feist
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A small, energetic mixed-breed dog, traditionally used for hunting small game in the southern United States.
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The old farmer kept a feist for chasing squirrels off the porch.
Feists are known for their sharp bark and fearless temperament.
A note on using this word
This word is the source of "feisty," which originally described the spirited, easily excited temperament of these little dogs.
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terrier
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