1. A major international dog show held annually in the United Kingdom, one of the world's largest and most prestigious dog competitions.
Usage: Proper noun; typically capitalized; Named after Charles Cruft, who founded the show in 1891

Examples

• Crufts attracts thousands of dog owners and handlers from around the world each year.
• Her golden retriever won first place at Crufts last spring.
• The Crufts Dog Show is broadcast on television and watched by millions of viewers.
• Many breeders consider winning at Crufts to be the pinnacle of their career.
• The competition at Crufts includes obedience trials, agility events, and breed-specific judging.