Dachshund Definition & Meaning

dachshund
noun
  1. small long-bodied short-legged German breed of dog having a short sleek coat and long drooping ears; suited for following game into burrows

"Dachshund" in song lyrics

See how dachshund is used in real songs:

  • "mini-daple dachshund"
    AOL — AOL
  • "mini-dapple dachshund"
    AOL — AOL
  • "donnie and marie dachshund"
    AOL — AOL

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