Parson Russell terrier


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Parson Russell terrier

n.
A terrier of a breed developed in England to hunt foxes, having a small sturdy body and a dense, mostly white coat with brown or black markings. It was previously designated as the Jack Russell terrier.

[After the Reverend John Russell (1795-1883), English clergyman who bred terriers.]
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