noun Download 🔗Share Any member of Caninae, the only living subfamily of Canidae. Examples : "The veterinarian specializes in treating the common ailments of the canine, such as fleas and ear infections. " animal biology organism nature family Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Any of certain extant canids regarded as similar to the dog or wolf (including coyotes, jackals, etc.) but distinguished from the vulpines, which are regarded as fox-like. Examples : "The zoologist studied the different canine species, comparing their hunting behaviors and social structures. " animal organism biology nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share In heterodont mammals, the pointy tooth between the incisors and the premolars; a cuspid. Examples : "The dentist pointed to the large canine in my dog's mouth, explaining that it was essential for tearing meat. " anatomy animal biology part body physiology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A king and a nine as a starting hand in Texas hold 'em due to phonetic similarity. Examples : ""He started with a canine, a terrible hand in Texas Hold'em, and had to fold early." " game sport entertainment phrase word Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Of, or pertaining to, a dog or dogs. Examples : "My neighbor's canine friend barks loudly every morning. " animal biology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Dog-like. Examples : "The zookeeper's new assistant had a canine-like enthusiasm for caring for the animals. " animal biology nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Of or pertaining to mammalian teeth which are cuspids or fangs. Examples : "The veterinarian examined the canine teeth of the dog. " anatomy animal organism biology physiology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Of an appetite: depraved or inordinate; used to describe eating disorders. Examples : "The child's canine appetite for sweets was a concern for his parents. " medicine physiology disease animal Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading