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merle

/mɜːrl/ noun · British & US
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What does merle mean?

noun

A dog with a predominantly black coat and distinctive patches of color, typically on the head, chest, and legs. A type of dog coat pattern characterized by irregular patches of color on a darker background.

Example

"The merle puppy was a beautiful addition to our family."

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