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Definition of shih-tzu in English English dictionary
- a Chinese breed of small dog similar to a Pekingese
- A dog of that breed
- A small dog breed which originated in China
- Breed of toy dog developed in Tibet from the Pekingese and the Lhasa apso. Sturdily built and short-legged, it stands about 10 in. (26 cm) tall and weighs 18 lb (8 kg) or less. It is longer than it is tall and has a short muzzle, hanging ears, and heavily haired tail, which it carries over its back. Its long, dense coat may be any of several colours and falls over the eyes, forming a beard