Gun dog with no tail gets to fetch Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "Gun dog with no tail gets to fetch".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Gun dog with no tail gets to fetch" leads us to the answer "RETRIEVE." Here's why this answer fits perfectly:

1. Gun dog: In the world of hunting and retrieving game, "gun dogs" are specially trained breeds that assist hunters by retrieving shot game. They are known for their tracking and retrieving abilities.
2. With no tail: Some breeds of gun dogs, such as the Brittany Spaniel or the Jack Russell Terrier, are traditionally docked, meaning their tails are shortened or completely removed. This clue indicates a dog without a tail.
3. Gets to fetch: The phrase "gets to fetch" directly correlates to the action of retrieving, which gun dogs excel at. They are trained to fetch items such as game birds or training dummies.

Putting these elements together, the answer "RETRIEVE" perfectly encapsulates the essence of a gun dog without a tail that excels at fetching items, making it the ideal solution to today's crossword clue.

Definition of "RETRIEVE"

get or bring (something) back from somewhere

Example :

I was sent to retrieve the balls from his garden

Steven stooped and retrieved his hat

labradors are used to retrieve the birds after the flush

 The Crossword clue "Gun dog with no tail gets to fetch" published 5 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	4 February 2021	RETRIEVE