We found 2 definitions of gun dog from 2 different sources.
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gun dog - a dog trained to work with sportsmen when they hunt with guns | ||
sporting dog | ||
hunting dog a dog used in hunting game | ||
bird dog a gun dog trained to locate or retrieve birds | ||
water dog a dog accustomed to water and usually trained to retrieve waterfowl | ||
retriever a dog with heavy water-resistant coat that can be trained to retrieve game | ||
spanish pointer, pointer a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game | ||
setter a long-haired dog formerly trained to crouch on finding game but now to point | ||
spaniel any of several breeds of small to medium-sized gun dogs with a long silky coat and long frilled ears |