Bandog \Ban"dog`\ (b[a^]n"d[o^]g`; 115), n. [Band + dog, i.e.,
   bound dog.]
   A mastiff or other large and fierce dog, usually kept chained
   or tied up.
   [1913 Webster]

         The keeper entered leading his bandog, a large
         bloodhound, tied in a leam, or band, from which he
         takes his name.                          --Sir W.
                                                  Scott.
   [1913 Webster] Bandoleer