West Highland
/wɛst ˈhʌɪlənd/noun
1A breed of long-horned cattle with thick shaggy hair, originating in the West Highlands of Scotland.
2More fully West Highland white. A breed of short-legged terrier with erect pointed ears and a rough white coat.
- Earlier called Poltalloch terrier: see Poltalloch..
Origin
Mid 18th century; earliest use found in The Caledonian Mercury. From west + highland.