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The Clue

___ Major or Minor (5 letter answer)

The Answer

CANIS

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Notes

The answer CANIS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 650 puzzles.

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Definition

CANIS as a noun:

1. (Canis, genus Canis) = type genus of the Canidae: domestic and wild dogs; wolves; jackals