ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
: any of certain large swift powerful hounds of great endurance that are used in hunting foxes, that are considered to form several breeds and many distinctive strains, and that are from 21 to 25 inches high with a dense hard glossy coat usually of black, tan, and white, long ears, straight forelegs, heavy hind legs, and the tail carried gaily over the back — see american foxhound , english foxhound