husky

husky
1. adjective /ˈhʌs.ki/
a) hoarse and rough-sounding
2. noun /ˈhʌs.ki/
Any of several breeds of dogs used as sled dogs
Syn: polar dog
See Also: Eskimo

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  • Husky — Husk y, a. [From {Husk}, n.] Abounding with husks; consisting of husks. Dryden. [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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