Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
filly
noun
/ˈfɪli/
Definition
A young female horse, especially one that is less than four years old.
Examples
- The filly won the race by a significant margin.
- She trained the filly carefully, hoping to enter her in competitions.
- Filly horses are often prized for their potential in breeding.
Meaning
The term ‘filly’ is often used in horse racing and breeding contexts to refer to a young female horse.
Synonyms
- young mare
- female horse
- colt (for males)
