Labrador

[ˈlæbrədɔːr]
nounmasculinepl: Labradors
Labrador
1. A large, friendly dog breed originally from Newfoundland, known for intelligence, loyalty, and use as service or therapy dogs
The Labrador is one of the most popular dog breeds in North America.
O Labrador é uma das raças de cão mais populares na América do Norte.
2. A region in eastern Canada, part of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador
Labrador is known for its harsh winters and rugged landscape.
Labrador é conhecida por seus invernos rigorosos e paisagem acidentada.
Labradors are extremely popular in both Brazil and the United States as family pets, service dogs, and therapy animals. In Brazil, they are often associated with affluent families and are highly valued for their gentle temperament. The breed is frequently used by Brazilian police and military services. In Canada and the USA, Labradors hold significant cultural importance as the national dog of Canada and are widely recognized as reliable working dogs.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
LabLabrador Retrieverretriever

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
Labrador
Standard term used throughout Brazil for the dog breed
Rio de Janeiro
Labrador
Common in urban areas; sometimes shortened to 'Lab'
São Paulo
Labrador
Popular breed in metropolitan areas; frequently used in families
Portugal
Labrador
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; also used for the Canadian region

Related Words

dogbreedretrieverNewfoundlandservice dogcanine

Related Idioms & Phrases

friendly as a Labrador
loyal as a Labrador
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