kennel

[ˈkɛnəl]

kennel Definition

• 1. a small shelter for a dog or cat
• 2. a pack of hounds

Using kennel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "kennel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I'm going to put the puppy in the kennel while I'm at work.

• Example

  The kennel was filled with barking dogs.

• Example

  The hunting party set out with their kennel of hounds.

• Example

  She breeds and trains dogs in her kennel.

kennel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for kennel

• doghouse
• cage
• pen
• shelter
• hutch

Phrases with kennel

• in the doghouse

  in trouble or disfavored

  Example

  He's been in the doghouse since he forgot their anniversary.

• put on the leash

  to be restrained or controlled

  Example

  The company has been put on the leash by new regulations.

• let sleeping dogs lie

  to avoid interfering in a situation that is currently causing no problems but may well do so as a result of such interference

  Example

  I know you want to confront him about the issue, but let sleeping dogs lie for now.

Origins of kennel

from Middle English 'kenel', meaning 'a pack of hounds'

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Summary: kennel in Brief

A 'kennel' [ˈkɛnəl] is a small shelter for a dog or cat. It can also refer to a pack of hounds. Examples include 'I'm going to put the puppy in the kennel while I'm at work.' and 'The hunting party set out with their kennel of hounds.' Phrases include 'in the doghouse,' meaning in trouble, and 'let sleeping dogs lie,' meaning to avoid interfering in a situation that is currently causing no problems.