- plural of canine.
canines
Example Sentences
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Asked about the fate of the thousands of unaccounted-for canines, he acknowledged they had likely "already been eaten."
From Barron's ● Jun. 28, 2026
Research into augmentative and alternative communication systems has demonstrated that some dogs can learn to use soundboards that “speak” for the canines and combine concepts in unexpectedly sophisticated ways.
From Slate ● Jun. 20, 2026
Corporations might not be people, but canines are well on their way.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
But for those who may be allergic to dogs or live with cynophobia - the extreme fear of dogs or canines - they say the rise of dog-friendly spaces is a growing concern.
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026
The lips of her little mouth were parted to show her small sharp teeth, and the canines were longer and more pointed than the others.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
