Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gelding

Noun

/ˈɡɛl.dɪŋ/

Definition

A male horse that has been castrated.

Examples

The gelding was much calmer than the stallion during the competition.
After being trained for several months, the young gelding was ready for his first show.
Many horse enthusiasts prefer geldings for riding due to their gentler behavior.

Meaning

Gelding refers to a male horse that has undergone surgical removal of the testicles, making it incapable of breeding. This procedure is commonly performed to make the horse more docile and easier to handle.