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canine

[key-nahyn] / ˈkeɪ naɪn /
NOUN
domesticated canid or animal resembling one
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It’s full of fantastical inventions, such as flying cars, dinner-generating machines and canine treadmills—complete with fire hydrants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Animated Australian sensation “Bluey” has arrived in Disneyland, and the titular anthropomorphic pastel-coated canine has come ready to play.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

The cancer wasn’t cured but was greatly reduced, improving the quality of life for his canine companion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

On our travels round the school, multiple students and teachers stop to say hello to their new canine companion.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Before I could ask what she meant, I heard that canine growl again, but much closer than before.

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan