Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shavetail

noun

/ˈʃeɪvˌteɪl/

Definition

A young, inexperienced horse or a term referring to a person or thing that is newly created or unrefined.

Examples

The shavetail struggled to keep up with the more experienced riders.
As a shavetail in the cooking world, he had a lot to learn before he could impress the chefs.

Meaning

The term ‘shavetail’ is often used to describe a horse that is untrained or a novice. It can also refer more generally to someone who lacks experience in a particular area.