Mustang — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈmə-ˌstaŋ/ mus·tang

Meaning & Definition of Mustang

Mustang (noun)

  1. a small hardy naturalized horse of U.S. western plains directly descended from horses brought in by the Spaniards; also, bronc
  2. a commissioned officer (as in the U.S. Navy) who has risen from the ranks

Mustang (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in pony, bronco

    similar: bronco, pony, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, workhorse, equid, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel, equine, horse, nag, steed, cob, dobbin, jade, plug, skate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mustang

The most common words with a similar meaning to Mustang:

bronco, pony, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, workhorse, equid, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel, equine, horse, nag, steed, cob

Origin & Etymology of Mustang

Mexican Spanish mestengo, from Spanish, stray, from mesteño strayed, from mesta annual roundup of cattle that disposed of strays, from Medieval Latin (animalia) mixta mixed animals

First known use: 1808

Frequently Asked Questions about Mustang

What does "Mustang" mean?

"Mustang" means a small hardy naturalized horse of U.S. western plains directly descended from horses brought in by the Spaniards; also, bronc. As a noun, it is defined as: a small hardy naturalized horse of U.S. western plains directly descended from horses brought in by the Spaniards; also, bronc.

What is another word for "Mustang"?

Other words for "Mustang" include bronco, pony, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare and stallion. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mustang" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Mustang"?

There are 44 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mustang". Common alternatives include bronco, pony, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, charger and courser.

Is "Mustang" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Mustang" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Mustang"?

"Mustang" is pronounced /ˈmə-ˌstaŋ/ and divided into syllables as mus·tang.

What is the origin of the word "Mustang"?

"Mustang" comes from Mexican Spanish mestengo, from Spanish, stray, from mesteño strayed, from mesta annual roundup of cattle that disposed of strays, from Medieval Latin (animalia) mixta mixed animals. First known use: 1808.

What is another word for "Mustang" meaning "as in pony, bronco"?

When "Mustang" (noun) means as in pony, bronco, synonyms include bronco, pony, colt, filly, foal and gelding.