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    Perrera (en. Kennel)

    /peˈrera/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Installation where dogs are cared for and sheltered.
    The municipal kennel houses many abandoned dogs.
    La perrera municipal alberga a muchos perros abandonados.
    Building or space dedicated to breeding dogs.
    In the commercial kennel, specific breeds of dogs are sold.
    En la perrera comercial venden razas específicas de perros.
    Place where activities related to dogs, such as adoptions, are organized.
    The kennel organizes an event to promote responsible adoption.
    La perrera organiza un evento para fomentar la adopción responsable.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'perro', from the Latin 'canis', and the suffix '-era', which indicates a place.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to get lost in the dog kennel
    To be very confused or disoriented.
    perderse en la perrera
    to leave someone in the dog kennel
    To abandon someone in a difficult situation.
    dejar a alguien en la perrera

    Related Words

    dog
    Domestic animal of the Canidae family, known as man's best friend.
    perro
    dog crate
    Synonym of kennel, a place for dogs.
    canil
    adoption
    Action of taking a dog (or another animal) as part of the family.
    adopción

    Slang Meanings

    A place with many possibly disordered dogs.
    That party felt like a dog kennel because of the noise.
    Esa fiesta se sintió como una perrera por el ruido.
    Referring to a chaotic environment.
    The house was full of kids and looked like a dog kennel.
    La casa estaba llena de niños y parecía una perrera.