housebreak

/ˈhaʊsbrɛk/

Definitions

1. verb

to train (an animal) to eliminate waste in a designated area, such as a yard or a litter box

“She housebroke her new puppy over the weekend.”

2. noun

the process of training an animal to eliminate waste in a designated area

“Housebreaking a cat requires patience and consistency.”

Synonyms

  • litter training
  • potty training

Antonyms

  • uncleanliness
  • unhygienic behavior