Yorkie

noun

York·​ie ˈyȯr-kē How to pronounce Yorkie (audio)
: yorkshire terrier

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Winner Photos of an 8-year-old Yorkie, Lily, who likes running around the room with the dog bed on her head. — Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025 Searchers on Sunday found Richardson's body and the remains of her beloved Yorkie, Omie Mae, about a mile from where her house originally stood, Greenslet said. — Austin American Statesman, 31 July 2025 When 16-year-old Marley, a gentle Yorkie poo, showed up with a balloon tied to his back, no one expected the moment to become a viral sensation. — Ashley Vega, People.com, 17 July 2025 Masked contestants in Season 13 included Honey Pot, Space Ranger, Cherry Blossom, Coral, Fuzzy Peas, Ant, Paparazzo, Griffin, Boogie Woogie, Pearl, Bat, Yorkie, Stud Muffin, Nessy and Mad Scientist Monster. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for Yorkie

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Yorkie was in 1888

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