Meaning & use
Papillon
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A small breed of toy spaniel dog known for its distinctive fringed, butterfly-shaped ears.
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Her papillon trotted happily beside her, ears flared out like tiny wings.
Papillons are known for being intelligent and easy to train despite their small size.
A note on using this word
The name comes from the French word for "butterfly," a reference to the shape of the breed's upright ears.
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