Deepmouthed

/ˈdiːpˌmaʊðd/ adjective

Definition

Having a deep mouth or voice; speaking with a deep, resonant tone, especially of hunting dogs.

Etymology

Compound of 'deep' + 'mouthed' (from 'mouth'). Primarily used in hunting terminology to describe the bark or call of dogs like bloodhounds.

Kelly Says

Hunting culture gave us this word—a 'deepmouthed hound' had a distinctive low-pitched bay that carried far through forests, helping hunters locate their dogs in the darkness.

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