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Kennel

UK //ˈkɛn.əl// US //ˈkɛn.əl// Pronunciation

Definition

A structure or building used for housing dogs.

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In simple words: A place where dogs are kept.

Examples

• The kennel was full of excited puppies waiting for new homes.
• We left our dog at the kennel while we were on vacation.
• The local animal shelter includes a kennel for stray dogs.
• She built a kennel in the backyard for her three dogs.
• During the storm, the dogs stayed safe in their kennel.

Usage notes

Use 'kennel' when referring to a shelter or boarding place for dogs. Avoid using in contexts unrelated to dogs or pets.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'kennel' as a 'pen' for canines.

Collocations

• boarding kennel
• dog kennel
• kennel management

Synonyms

• doghouse
• dog shelter
• boarding kennel

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'cabin' - a cabin is for people, kennel is for dogs.
• Using 'kennel' as a verb - it's primarily a noun.
• Saying 'the kennel for dog' instead of 'the kennel for dogs'.