What does canicular mean?
Canicular means (historical astronomy, dated) Synonym of Sothic: of or related to the star Sirius..
Canicular
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(historical astronomy, dated) Synonym of Sothic: of or related to the star Sirius..
Definitions by Sense
- (historical astronomy, dated) Synonym of Sothic: of or related to the star Sirius.
- (archaic) Of or related to the dog days of summer.
- (colloquial, humorous) Relating to dogs; canine.
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Synonyms for canicular
Antonyms for canicular
Related Words
Word Forms
- more canicular
- most canicular
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for canicular?
Common synonyms include Sothic.
What is the opposite of canicular?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use canicular in a sentence?
Use canicular where its definition matches the intended context.
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