名めい犬けん

noun

fine dog; famous dog

Refers to a dog of excellent quality, often a well-bred or celebrated dog. Can be used for champion show dogs, loyal companions, or dogs with notable achievements.

• 彼かれの飼かっている犬いぬは、まさに名めい犬けんと呼よぶにふさわしい。

  The dog he keeps is truly worthy of being called a fine dog.

• この犬けん種しゅは古ふるくから名めい犬けんとして知しられている。

  This breed has long been known as a fine dog.