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canine Synonyms
Another word for canine
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• noun (Context 1)
An animal of the family Canidae, especially a domestic dog.
Usage Example
"The shelter houses dozens of rescue canines waiting to find their forever homes."
Strongest
dog
hound
Strong
pooch
• adjective (Context 2)
Relating to or resembling a dog or an animal of the family Canidae.
Usage Example
"The police officer was accompanied by her doglike partner during the night patrol."
Strongest
doglike
Weak
lupine
• noun (Context 3)
A pointed tooth located between the incisors and premolars of a mammal, often enlarged in carnivores.
Usage Example
"Carnivores use their sharp canines to securely grip and tear meat."
Strongest
cuspid
fang
Strong
eyetooth
• adjective (Context 4)
Relating to the pointed cuspid teeth situated between the incisors and premolars.
Usage Example
"The dentist noted significant wear on the patient's cuspidate teeth from grinding."
Strongest
cuspidate
Opposites of canine
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of canine varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
feline
molar
incisor
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Canine. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/canine