Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paddock
noun
/ˈpæd.ək/
Definition
A small field or enclosure where animals, especially horses, are kept and can graze.
Examples
- The horses were let out into the paddock to enjoy the fresh grass.
- After a month of training, the mare was finally ready to be exercised in the paddock.
- They built a new paddock to accommodate their growing herd of goats.
Meaning
A paddock is typically a fenced area that provides a safe space for livestock to roam and feed. It often offers grazing ground for animals.
Synonyms
- enclosure
- pasture
- field
- lot
