Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
roan
adjective
/roʊn/
Definition
A horse or animal with a coat that is a mixture of colored hairs, typically white and another color.
Examples
- The horse had a stunning roan coat that sparkled in the sunlight.
- She admired the beautiful roan stallion as it trotted across the field.
Meaning
Roan refers to a specific color pattern in animals, especially horses, where the coat features a blend of colored hairs, usually interspersed with white, giving it a unique appearance.
Synonyms
- spotted
- speckled
- mottled
