pack animal

noun

: an animal used for carrying packs

Examples of pack animal in a Sentence

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Social and athletic, huskies are pack animals that love being part of the family and require plenty of exercise. Liz O'Connell, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025 There will be two primary areas of study: exploring the ecological and sociological implications of the pack animals’ return to the state. Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 30 Nov. 2024 As pack animals, dogs are hardwired to seek closeness with their family, whether canine or human. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024 The park today offers spectacular vistas and touring by automobile, hiking, biking or pack animals. Kerry J. Byrne Fox News, Fox News, 13 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pack animal 

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pack animal was in 1836

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“Pack animal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pack%20animal. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

pack animal

noun
: an animal (as a horse or donkey) used for carrying packs
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