Canine — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈkā-ˌnīn/ ca·nine

Meaning & Definition of Canine

Canine (noun)

  1. a conical pointed tooth; especially, one situated between the lateral incisor and the first premolar
  2. dog; broadly, canid

Canine (adjective)

  1. of or resembling that of a dog
  2. of or relating to dogs or to the family (Canidae) including the canids

Canine (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes

    "in the minds of some, the winner of this prestigious dog show has a fair claim to the title of King of the Canines"

    similar: dog, doggy, hound, pooch, tyke
    related: cur, mongrel, mutt, bitch, lapdog, pup, puppy, puppy dog, whelp, bandog, bird dog, coonhound, courser, gundog, hunter, sheepdog, sled dog, watchdog, wolf dog, wolfhound, guide dog, police dog, working dog

Related Entry: Distemper (noun)

Distemper is a different word from Canine. The synonyms below are for distemper, not for canine.

  1. an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning

    "contracted some tropical distemper while he was doing research in the jungles of Borneo"

    similar: affection, ail, ailment, bug, complaint, complication, condition, disease, disorder, distemperature, fever, ill, illness, infirmity, malady, sickness, trouble
    related: contagion, contagious disease, contagium, infection, attack, bout, fit, spell, debility, decrepitude, feebleness, frailness, lameness, sickliness, unhealthiness, unsoundness, unwellness, weakness, malaise, matter, pip, epidemic, pest, pestilence, plague
    opposite: health, wellness
    near: fitness, healthiness, heartiness, robustness, soundness, wholeness, wholesomeness, fettle, shape

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Canine

The most common words with a similar meaning to Canine:

dog, doggy, hound, pooch, tyke

Related Words for Canine

cur, mongrel, mutt, bitch, lapdog, pup, puppy, puppy dog, whelp, bandog, bird dog, coonhound, courser, gundog, hunter, sheepdog, sled dog, watchdog, wolf dog, wolfhound, guide dog, police dog, working dog

Origin & Etymology of Canine

Latin caninus, from canis dog hound

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Canine

Words & Phrases Containing Canine

canine distemper, canine companion, canine unit

Frequently Asked Questions about Canine

What does "Canine" mean?

"Canine" means a conical pointed tooth; especially, one situated between the lateral incisor and the first premolar. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a conical pointed tooth; especially, one situated between the lateral incisor and the first premolar.

What is another word for "Canine"?

Other words for "Canine" include dog, doggy, hound, pooch and tyke. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Canine" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Canine"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Canine". Common alternatives include dog, doggy, hound, pooch and tyke.

How do you use "Canine" in a sentence?

Examples of "Canine" in a sentence: "in the minds of some, the winner of this prestigious dog show has a fair claim to the title of King of the Canines".

Is "Canine" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Canine" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Canine" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Canine" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Canine"?

"Canine" is pronounced /ˈkā-ˌnīn/ and divided into syllables as ca·nine.

What is the origin of the word "Canine"?

"Canine" comes from Latin caninus, from canis dog hound. First known use: 15th century.