snifferdog
nounUK /ˈsnɪfə dɒɡ/
US /ˈsnɪfər dɔːɡ/
A dog that is trained to find things by smelling them.
The snifferdog found the lost ball in the tall grass.
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2. A dog used by police or security to detect drugs, explosives, or other hidden items.
A snifferdog checked every bag at the airport.
3. A person who is very good at finding or noticing things.
She's a real snifferdog when it comes to spotting mistakes.
4. A dog trained to follow a scent trail over long distances.
The snifferdog led the rescue team through the forest.