noun / adjective
canine
KAY-nine/ˈkeɪnaɪn/
A member of the dog family, or relating to that family.
The dog and wolf share canine features, including similar muzzles, paws, and tails.
Etymology
The Latin formation means “of a dog.” English first used canine for pointed teeth, then also used it in the broader sense “relating to dogs.”
In context
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More examples
- Wolves and foxes are wild canines.
- The study examined canine behavior around unfamiliar people.
- Each rescued canine received a health check.
Forms
canine · canines
Similar words
- feline
- Relates to cats or the cat family rather than dogs.