Peke (Noun)
Meaning
A Chinese breed of small short-legged dogs with a long silky coat and broad flat muzzle.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The peke was a popular breed in the Imperial Palace of China during the Tang Dynasty.
- Her pet peke, named Ling, was always by her side as she walked through the gardens.
- The breeder specialized in raising champion pekes with flawless long coats and flat faces.
- The little peke puppy's first haircut was a big event, with the groomer carefully trimming its long fur.
- At the dog show, the judge examined the peke's compact body and silky coat before awarding it first prize.