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The Clue
___ Major (southern constellation) (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