greyhound

/ˈɡreɪˌhaʊnd/
noun
  1. A breed of tall, slender, fast-running dog with a smooth coat, originally bred for hunting and racing.
    • Greyhounds are known for their incredible speed and gentle temperament.
    • The greyhound stretched its long legs before the morning walk.
    • My neighbor adopted a retired greyhound from the racetrack.
  2. A bus service or brand (often capitalized as Greyhound) that provides long-distance transportation across North America.
    • She bought a ticket for the overnight Greyhound to New York.
    • We took the Greyhound from Chicago to Denver last summer.
    • The Greyhound station was crowded with travelers during the holiday.
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