Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yearling
Noun
/ˈjɪr.lɪŋ/
Definition
A young animal that is between one and two years old, especially a horse.
Examples
- The ranch raised several yearlings that would later be trained for riding.
- A yearling is often more energetic and playful than its older counterparts.
- She adopted a yearling from the shelter, hoping to train it as a service animal.
Meaning
The term ‘yearling’ typically refers to an animal, commonly a horse, that is no longer a foal but has not yet reached adulthood.
Synonyms
- Juvenile
- Youngster
- Calf (in the case of cows)
