English

Noun

slot-hound ‎(plural slot-hounds)

1. A sleuth-hound.

   • 1819: “Thou seest, maiden, what an ill-fated wretch thou dost labour to assist; be wise, and let me go, ere the misfortunes which track my footsteps like slot-hounds, shall involve thee also in their pursuit.” — Walter Scott, Ivanhoe