Where does “spaniel” come from?
Spaniel comes from Spanish español, derived from Latin Hispania, which derives from Ancient Greek Ἱσπανία, ultimately referring to the Iberian Peninsula.
spaniel (English): Any of various small to medium-sized breeds of...
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- Any of various small to medium-sized breeds of...
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