Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thurl
noun
/θɜːrl/
Definition
The thurl is the area located on the side of a horse’s body between the hip and the last rib.
Examples
- The thurl area is important in assessing a horse’s balance.
- She noted the horse had well-defined thurls, indicating good muscle structure.
Meaning
In equine anatomy, the thurl refers specifically to the part of the horse that is crucial for understanding the animal’s conformation and movement.
Synonyms
- Hip area
- Flank
