Golden Retriever Word Search

Illustrated Golden Retriever scene — AI-generated artwork behind this animal's word search puzzle
Illustrated Golden Retriever scene — AI-generated artwork behind this animal's word search puzzle

Golden Retriever, as a word search. 12 words drawn from the habitats, species, and behaviors of an animal group sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.

Words to find: GOLDEN, RETRIEVER, SCOTLAND, GUNDOG, FRIENDLY, GENTLE, LOYAL, INTELLIGENT, TRAINABLE, DEVOTED, COMPANION, THERAPY.

Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.

Golden Retriever word list, defined

GOLDEN /ˈɡɒldən/ · adjective
Having a bright yellow color, like gold; extremely good or excellent. Related: golden, gilded, aurous, brassy.
RETRIEVER /ˈrɪtrɪvər/ · noun
A dog bred to retrieve game, typically a Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever. A person who retrieves something, especially a document or information. Related: fetcher, gatherer, collector, retrievalist.
GUNDOG /ˈɡʌndɒɡ/ · noun
A dog trained to assist a hunter, especially in flushing out game. Related: gun dog, gamekeeper's dog, hunting dog, flusher.
FRIENDLY /ˈfrɛndli/ · adjective
Kind, pleasant, and welcoming in manner or disposition; also, not hostile or competitive, as in relations between people, groups, or nations. Related: amiable, warm, cordial, genial.
GENTLE /ˈdʒɛntəl/ · adjective
Having or showing a kind and soft nature; not harsh or severe. Used to describe something that is done or said in a kind and careful way. Related: kind, soft, mild, delicate.
LOYAL /loʊ.əl/ · adjective
Having or showing loyalty; faithful and dedicated to a person, country, or cause. Loyal people are often characterized by their unwavering commitment and support. Related: faithful, dedicated, devoted, true.
INTELLIGENT /ɪnˈtɛliʤənt/ · adjective
Having the ability to learn or understand or to deal with new or difficult situations; having a high mental capacity. Related: bright, intelligent, sagacious, perceptive.
TRAINABLE /ˈtreɪnəbəl/ · adjective
Able to be trained or taught; capable of learning or being improved by practice or experience. Related: trainable, educable, teachable, moldable.
DEVOTED /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/ · adjective
Feeling or showing deep love, loyalty, and commitment to a person, cause, or activity. Characterized by giving a great deal of time, energy, or attention to someone or something. Related: loyal, dedicated, committed, faithful.
COMPANION /kəmˈpænjən/ · noun
A person or animal who spends time with or accompanies another, especially one providing friendship and company. Also, a thing that pairs with or complements another, such as a matching book or object. Related: friend, partner, associate, comrade.
THERAPY /ˈθɛrəpi/ · noun
The treatment of a person or a group of people to help them recover from a mental or physical illness or injury. A form of treatment or practice, especially one based on the relationship between a trained therapist and a patient. Related: treatment, counseling, psychotherapy, rehabilitation.

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