pit bull terrier
noun
Also called
pit bull.
Origin of pit bull terrier
First recorded in 1940–45
Words nearby pit bull terrier
pistou,
pisé,
pit,
pit against,
pit boss,
pit bull terrier,
pit dwelling,
pit grave,
pit of stomach,
pit river,
pit sample
British Dictionary definitions for pit bull terrier
pit bull terrier
noun
a dog resembling the Staffordshire bull terrier but somewhat larger: developed for dog-fighting; it is not recognized by kennel clubs and is regarded as dangerous. It is not allowed in some countries, including the UK
Also called: American pit bull terrier