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Definition of Mastiff

1. Noun. An old breed of powerful deep-chested smooth-coated dog used chiefly as a watchdog and guard dog.

Definition of Mastiff

1. n. A breed of large dogs noted for strength and courage. There are various strains, differing in form and color, and characteristic of different countries.

Definition of Mastiff

1. a large, short-haired dog [n -S]

Medical Definition of Mastiff

1. Origin: Mastives is irregular and unusual] [Prob. Fr. Prov. E. Masty, adj, large, n, a great dog, prob. Fr. Mast fruit, and hence, lit, fattened with mast. There is perh. Confusion with OF. Mestif mongrel; cf. Also F. Matin mastiff, OF. Mastin. A breed of large dogs noted for strength and courage. There are various strains, differing in form and colour, and characteristic of different countries. Mastiff bat, any bat of the genus Molossus; so called because the face somewhat resembles that of a mastiff. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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