ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
Etymology: die (I) + hard
: one that dies hard: as
a. : an irreconcilable opponent of a measure, situation, or condition ordinarily accepted as tolerable, normal, or desirable ; especially : an extreme conservative who resists to the last any alteration in the political system
b. : scottish terrier