Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mare
Noun
/mɛr/
Definition
An adult female horse, particularly one that is over three years old.
Examples
- The mare galloped across the field with grace.
- Each year, the ranch breeds several mares to produce strong foals.
- She has trained her mare to perform various tricks.
Meaning
The term ‘mare’ is primarily used to refer to a female horse, distinguishing her from a male horse (stallion) or younger horse (foal or colt).
Synonyms
- Filly (young female horse)
- Equine
- Horse (general term, though it may refer to any horse regardless of gender)
