Eversporting

/ˌɛvərˈspɔrtɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

Related to a breed of hunting dogs that are versatile hunters in all seasons; capable of hunting in various conditions.

Etymology

From 'ever' plus 'sporting,' describing hunting dogs bred for year-round, multipurpose hunting. This appears in dog breeding terminology, particularly in British English.

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Dog breeders love compound names—'eversporting' describes dogs that can hunt any game in any weather, showing how people who know animals intimately create highly specific language to describe capabilities.

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