A Dalmatian is a large dog with short, smooth, white hair and black or dark brown spots. Breed of dog named after the Adriatic coastal region of Dalmatia, its first definite home. The time and place of the breed's origin are unknown. Though it has served as a guard dog, war dog, fire-department mascot, hunter, shepherd, and performer, it became best known as a coach or carriage dog, functioning as an escort and guard for horse-drawn vehicles. Sleek and short-haired, it is distinguished by its dark-spotted white coat. It stands 19-23 in. (48-58.5 cm) high and weighs 50-55 lbs (23-25 kg), and is generally even-tempered and friendly
{i} resident of Dalmatia (historic region in Croatia); dog belonging to a breed having a white coat marked with black or brown spots
{s} of or pertaining to Dalmatia (historic region in Croatia); of or pertaining to a breed of dog having a white coat marked with black or brown spots
a large breed having a smooth white coat with black or brown spots; originated in Dalmatia
a large breed having a smooth white coat with black or brown spots; originated in Dalmatia a native or inhabitant of Dalmatia of or relating to Dalmatia or its inhabitants
erect shrub having large trifoliate leaves and dense clusters of yellow flowers followed by poisonous seeds; Yugoslavia; sometimes placed in genus Cytisus