companion animal
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of companion animal
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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Veronika is a Swiss Brown cow who lives as a companion animal rather than being raised for food production.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
Revenue from the companion animal group grows 14%, driven by increased revenue per visit despite fewer veterinary visits.
From Barron's • Nov. 3, 2025
“And so it was shocking, and it showed that this simple barrier of having a companion animal could lead directly to housing insecurity and homelessness, if not addressed.”
From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024
Cat Lady: The attachment to a companion animal is real and valid and warrants consideration, but yours does not get priority over your sister-in-law’s attachment to breathing.
From Washington Post • Mar. 5, 2023
The province of the god as a deity of flocks is thought to be attested by his favourite companion animal the ram, which often stood beside him in works of art.*
From Myth, Ritual And Religion, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Lang, Andrew
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