Canis vs dog

Canis and dog both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
Canis	Yes	No	No	No
dog	Yes	No	Yes	No

Canis (noun)	dog (noun)
type genus of the Canidae: domestic and wild dogs, wolves, jackals	a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
	a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
	metal supports for logs in a fireplace
	a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll
	informal term for a man
	a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman
	someone who is morally reprehensible

Canis (verb)	dog (verb)
	go after with the intent to catch