" Puppy means a young dog." This is an example of a(n) _____. A) definition by genus and difference B) synonymous definition C) etymological definition D) definition by subclass E) ostensive definition F) enumerative definition

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This is an example of a definition by genus and difference because it specifies the general category or genus ("dog") and then distinguishes the specific subset or difference ("young") to define "puppy."

" Puppy Means a Young Dog