Synonyms for

Pony

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

Definition

a small horse

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

equine quadruped

Informal

nag critter

Literary

steed charger

Antonyms

horse stallion mare gelding foal

Common collocations

  • little pony
  • Shetland pony
  • toy pony
  • rocking pony
  • pony tail
  • pony club
  • pony express

Word family

noun pony
verb pony up

Usage note

While 'pony' can refer to any small horse, it is often used for specific breeds like the Shetland pony or for young horses. 'Pony up' is an informal phrasal verb meaning to pay money.

Example sentences

  1. I rode a pony at the carnival.
  2. She wants a pony for her birthday present.
  3. The pony in the field was grazing.
  4. The little girl brushed her pony's mane.
  5. The cowboy rode his trusty pony across the prairie.

Quotes

  • The difference between a horse and a pony is not just about size, it's about attitude.
  • I'm a little pony short and stout, here's my tail and here's my snout.
  • The best thing about a pony is that it is not just a horse, but a friend.

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