Meaning & use
Cynologist
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A person who studies the scientific and behavioral aspects of dogs, including their breeding, training, and behavior.
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The cynologist was called in to assess the police dog's temperament before certification.
As a cynologist, she researches how different breeds respond to obedience training.
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From "cynology," the study of dogs, built from the Greek "kyon" (dog) and "-logy" (study of).
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