noun
: either of two small-sized high-spirited terriers that were formerly used to dig out foxes, that weigh about 16 to 18 pounds, and that have a flat moderately narrow skull, very little stop, a long muzzle, small V-shaped ears which droop forward close to the cheek, straight forelegs, and muscular hindquarters without any tendency to droop or crouch:
a. : such a dog with a close smooth dense coat — called also smooth fox terrier
b. : such a dog with a harsh wiry coat of moderate length — called also wirehaired fox terrier
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