FERINE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective (satellite)

wild and menacing

Example: a pack of feral dogs

Synonyms

Savage, Feral, Ferine

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "ferine" comes from Latin ferīnus.

🧩 Fun Fact

Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.

➡️ Words that Start with FE

Fell Fets Feyer Feb Ferried Fettering Ferrocerium Fechner Februaries Fervent Feeded Feathered

Words that End with NE ⬅️

Saccharine Safranine Sailplane Saline Saltine Sandstone Sane Gravestone Greene Gregarine Grenadine Grindstone