kennel

The word “kennel” has 2 syllables: ken-nel.

It's pronounced as /ˈkɛnəl/.


What is synonym and antonym for kennel?

In the thesaurus, “kennel” has 12 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for kennel along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for kennel

  • cage
  • coop
  • corral
  • culvert
  • ditch
  • enclosure
  • gutter
  • pen
  • pound
  • stockade
  • trench
  • trough

Meanings of kennel

  • noun
    1. A house or shelter for a dog.
    2. A facility at which dogs are reared or boarded.
    3. (collective) The dogs kept at such a facility; a pack of hounds.
    4. The hole of a fox or other animal.
    5. The gutter at the edge of a street; a surface drain.
    6. A puddle.
  • verb
    1. To house or board a dog (or less commonly another animal).
    2. To lie or lodge; to dwell, as a dog or a fox.
    3. To drive (a fox) to covert in its hole.

Example Sentences

  • Kennel owners ensure the comfort and well-being of their canine guests.
  • She visited the animal kennel to adopt a new furry friend.
  • The kennel provided shelter for abandoned and stray dogs until they found forever homes.
  • The sound of barking echoed from the kennel as the dogs eagerly awaited their daily walk.
  • The breeder maintains a clean and organized kennel facility for their breeding dogs.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms or another words to kennel, such as: cage, coop, corral, culvert, ditch, enclosure, gutter.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

cage

  • confine
  • coop
  • coop up
  • corral
  • crate
  • enclose
  • enclosure
  • house
  • jail
  • kennel
  • pen
  • pound

cages

  • confines
  • coop up
  • coops
  • corrals
  • crate
  • enclosure
  • houses
  • jail
  • kennels
  • pen
  • pens
  • pounds

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