Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

canicross

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: cani-cross
IPA

13

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The sport of cross-country running with dogs that are harnessed to the runner's belt by a cord.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Canicross is the sport of cross country running with dogs. Originating in Europe as off-season training for the mushing (sledding) community, it has become popular as a stand-alone sport all over Europe, especially in the UK."

Etymology

Blend of canine + cross-country.

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does canicross mean?: The sport of cross-country running with dogs that are harnessed to the runner's belt by a cord.
Where does canicross come from?: Blend of canine + cross-country.

How to pronounce canicross

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