Synonyms for

Horses

Verb / ˈhɔ:rsʌz / / ˈhɔ:rsɪz / Another word for horses — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large mammal with four legs, a mane, and a tail, used for riding, racing, and carrying and pulling things.

Synonyms & similar words

sawhorse horsecavalry gymnastichorse equuscaballus sawbuck horse cavalry knight buck equines stallions mares ponies colts foals geldings nags steeds chargers courser dray jade nag plug roan sorrel stud mare filly

Synonyms by register

Formal

equines steeds

Informal

ponies mares geldings

Literary

chargers destriers

Antonyms

humans people workers laborers

Common collocations

  • wild horses
  • racehorses
  • workhorses
  • horse power
  • horse drawn
  • horse riding
  • horse stable

Word family

noun horse
adjective equine
adverb horsely

Usage note

While 'horse' can refer to any member of the Equus genus, it is often used to refer specifically to male equines. 'Mare' is used for females, and 'foal' for young ones.

Example sentences

  1. The horses were galloping in the field.
  2. She loves to ride horses at the ranch.
  3. The carriage was pulled by two horses.
  4. The jockey rode the horse to victory in the race.
  5. The farmer used the horses to plow the field.

Quotes

  • The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire. - Sharon Ralls Lemon
  • Horses lend us the wings we lack. - Pam Brown
  • I can make a General in five minutes but a good horse is hard to replace. - Abraham Lincoln

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