Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hock
noun
/hɒk/
Definition
The joint in the hind leg of a horse or the corresponding joint in other animals, located between the knee and the ankle.
Examples
- The horse stumbled and landed awkwardly on its hock.
- In veterinary medicine, hock injuries are common among racehorses.
Meaning
Hock refers to a crucial joint in the hind limbs of animals, especially quadrupeds like horses, that is significant for movement and support.
Synonyms
- ankle
- joint
