Kennel

usgb/ˈkenl/
noun

A house for a dog or dogs.

He built a wooden kennel for his dog in the backyard.
Visual representation of "kennel" - A house for a dog or dogs.

Often appears as...

  • dog kennel
  • build a kennel
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Physical Structure

Refers to the dog's shelter, typically made from wood, plastic, or metal.

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The stray dog found refuge in an abandoned kennel.
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Size Varies

Kennels can vary in size, fitting small puppies to large breeds.

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The Great Dane barely fit into the oversized kennel.
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Outdoor Use

Kennels are often used outdoors to give dogs their own space.

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She placed the kennel under a tree for shade.
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