Synonyms for

Mule

Verb / mju:l / Another word for mule — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a hybrid animal that is the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse

Synonyms & similar words

scuff hinny jackass jennet donkey ass burro horse hybrid crossbreed mongrel half-breed cross mix mixture combo blend compound amalgamation fusion union

Synonyms by register

Formal

hybrid crossbreed

Informal

stubborn person obstinate person

Literary

beast of burden pack animal

Antonyms

horse donkey ass jenny jack

Common collocations

  • stubborn as a mule
  • work like a mule
  • a stubborn mule
  • pack mule
  • mule deer
  • mule train
  • mule skinner

Word family

noun mule
adjective mulish

Usage note

A mule is a hybrid animal, the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse. The term can also be used informally to describe a stubborn person.

Example sentences

  1. The mule was carrying heavy bags of grain.
  2. I saw a mule at the petting zoo last weekend.
  3. My neighbor has a mule that he uses to plow his fields.
  4. The mule is a hard-working animal that can carry heavy loads.
  5. The mule kicked up dust as it trotted down the road.

Quotes

  • I was born kicking and screaming, but somehow I've managed to turn that into a living. - Billy Bob Thornton
  • A mule will labor ten years willingly and patiently for you, for the privilege of kicking you once. - William Faulkner
  • A stubborn horse walks behind you, an impatient horse walks in front of you, but a noble companion walks beside you. - Unknown

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