fox hunt
Mounted canine pursuit
A fox hunt is a traditional sport in which mounted riders and trained hounds pursue a fox across countryside.
The practice originated in Britain and remains associated with rural aristocracy and gentry.
Fox hunting is controversial—supporters consider it pest control and cultural heritage; opponents view it as cruel.
Many countries have banned or restricted it.
As a verb, to fox-hunt is to participate in such a chase.
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- houndsDogs bred to track
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- tally hoFox-sighting exclamation
- riding to houndsMounted pursuit with pack
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