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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
Born in the Ottoman Empire, Ali was brought to the United States to guide camels through the desert as part of an experiment to use them as pack animals here.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 10 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
1836, in the meaning defined above
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“Pack animal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pack%20animal. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
pack animal
noun
: an animal (as a horse or donkey) used for carrying packs
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