English Dictionary

canine

/ˈkeɪnaɪn/

adj

Of, or pertaining to, a dog or dogs. / Dog-like. / (anatomy) Of or pertaining to mammalian teeth which are cuspids or fangs.

The canine companion is loyal and protective.

意味（1）

Of, or pertaining to, a dog or dogs.

We carried the dog round to the yard, and I examined his head. […] I accepted the care of the canine patient.

意味（2）

Dog-like.

In many respects she made me an admirable wife. Her affection for me was canine—positively.

意味（3）

(anatomy) Of or pertaining to mammalian teeth which are cuspids or fangs.

Then his upper lip may be seen to be raised, especially at the corners, so that his huge canine teeth are exhibited.

意味（4）

(medicine, obsolete) Of an appetite: depraved or inordinate; used to describe eating disorders.