hellhound

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From Middle English helle hound; equivalent to hell +‎ hound.

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hellhound (plural hellhounds)

  1. (mythology) A demonic dog of hell, typically of unnatural size, strength or speed, with black fur, glowing eyes, and ghostly or phantom characteristics.
    Synonym: hound of hell
  2. (figurative) An evil or otherwise unpleasant person.
    Synonym: hound of hell

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