kennel
UK[ˈkenl]US[ˈkenl]
n
A small shelter for a dog or cat.
n
A place where dogs are bred, trained, or boarded.
v
To put or keep (a dog) in a kennel.
Etymology
The word "kennel" has a direct lineage tracing back to the Latin word for dog, canis. It entered Middle English via the Anglo-Norman French kenil, meaning a dog house or a pack of dogs. The Latin root canis is itself of Proto-Indo-European origin, from the root ḱwṓ, which gave rise to words for dog in many languages, including Greek kýōn and English "hound." Thus, the logic of "kennel" is straightforward: its entire form is built upon the ancient concept of "dog," evolving from a general adjective meaning "canine" to specifically denote the dwelling or establishment for dogs.
Analysis
The word is a simplex. It entered English from Anglo-Norman French kenil, which derived from Latin canīlis ("of or pertaining to a dog"), from canis ("dog").
Examples
The puppy slept soundly in its wooden kennel.
They run a reputable kennel that specializes in training guide dogs.
We need to kennel our dog while we are on vacation.