Basic Details
Word: Canine
Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Meaning: Related to dogs; or a member of the dog family.
Synonyms: Dog-like, canine family, dog
Antonyms: Feline, cat-like
Idioms and Phrases
- Canine companion: Refers to a dog that is a trusted friend and partner. Example: "For many, a canine companion provides joy and loyalty every day."
- Work like a dog: To work very hard. Example: "During the school project, we had to work like dogs to finish on time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The canine patrol unit was able to find the missing items using their trained dogs.
Example 2: My uncle has a large canine collection of dog breeds from around the world.
Example 3: Her canine instincts kicked in when she heard her dog's unusual barking.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the domestic dog is scientifically classified as Canis lupus familiaris, which means it is a subspecies of the grey wolf? This shows how closely related they are in the animal kingdom!
Famous Quote
"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." - Mahatma Gandhi
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "canine" refer to?
a) A type of bird
b) A member of the dog family
c) A kind of fish
d) A form of reptile
Answer: b) A member of the dog family
2. Which of these is a synonym of "canine"?
a) Cat
b) Dog-like
c) Mammal
d) Reptile
Answer: b) Dog-like
3. What is the antonym of "canine"?
a) Feline
b) Canine family
c) Animal
d) Mammal
Answer: a) Feline
4. Which sentence uses "canine" correctly?
a) The canine swam quickly across the lake.
b) The canine barked loudly when it saw the mailman.
c) The canine flew around the garden.
d) The canine cooked dinner in the kitchen.
Answer: b) The canine barked loudly when it saw the mailman.
5. Which idiom relates to "canine"?
a) Work like a dog
b) As busy as a bee
c) Hit the hay
d) Jumping on the bandwagon
Answer: a) Work like a dog
