Labrador retrievers

[ˈlæbrədɔːr rɪˈtrɪvərz]
nounmasculine/feminine (depends on individual dog)pl: Labrador retrievers
retrievers Labrador
1. A large, athletic dog breed originating from Newfoundland, known for their friendly temperament, intelligence, and retrieving abilities. They are commonly used as service dogs, therapy dogs, and family pets.
Labrador retrievers are excellent swimmers and were originally bred to help fishermen in Newfoundland.
Os retrievers Labrador são excelentes nadadores e foram originalmente criados para ajudar pescadores na Terra Nova.
2. A member of this specific dog breed, characterized by a short, dense coat, powerful build, and gentle expression.
My Labrador retriever loves to play fetch at the park.
Meu retriever Labrador adora brincar de buscar no parque.
Labrador retrievers are among the most popular dog breeds in both Brazil and the United States. In the USA, they have been the top registered breed for many years. In Brazil, they are highly valued as family pets and increasingly used as service and therapy dogs. The breed is associated with loyalty, intelligence, and friendly nature, making them culturally significant in both countries as symbols of trustworthy companions.
NYC Slang
Lab (shortened informal version commonly used in NYC and across USA)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
LabsLabradorsretriever dogs

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
retriever Labrador
Most common term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
Labrador
Often shortened to just 'Labrador' in informal speech
Rio de Janeiro
dog Labrador
Sometimes uses English term with Portuguese article
Portugal
retriever da Labrador
More formal usage with Portuguese article and preposition

Related Words

retrieverdog breedssporting dogsservice dogsfamily petsGolden RetrieversNewfoundlands

Related Idioms & Phrases

loyal as a Labrador retriever (meaning extremely loyal and faithful)
work like a Labrador (meaning to work hard and enthusiastically)
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