Advertisement
Vocabulary Entry
canine
|noun • adjective
Advertisement
N
noun
A member of the family Canidae, which includes dogs, wolves, foxes, and other similar animals.
Example Sentences
"The canine barked loudly as it saw strangers approaching."
"She adopted a rescue canine from the local shelter."
"Many people love to train their canines for competitions."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of dogs or members of the Canidae family.
Example Sentences
"The canine instincts of the dog helped it find its way home."
"Her paintings often feature canine themes and subjects."
"Canine behavior can vary widely among different breeds."