Sorrel — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈsȯr-əl/ sor·rel

Meaning & Definition of Sorrel

Sorrel (noun)

  1. a sorrel-colored animal; especially, a light bright chestnut horse often with a mane and tail of lighter color (such as flaxen)
  2. a brownish orange to light brown
  3. any of various plants or plant parts with sour juice
  4. any of various docks (such as Rumex acetosa and R. acetosella); also, the leaves used as a potherb
  5. wood sorrel

Sorrel (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in chestnut, roan

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Sorrel

The most common words with a similar meaning to Sorrel:

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

Origin & Etymology of Sorrel

Middle English sorel, noun & adjective, from Anglo-French, from sor red, auburn, probably of Germanic origin; akin to Middle Dutch soor dry, barren, Old English sēar dry sere

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Sorrel

sorrel tree, sheep sorrel, wood sorrel

Frequently Asked Questions about Sorrel

What does "Sorrel" mean?

"Sorrel" means a sorrel-colored animal; especially, a light bright chestnut horse often with a mane and tail of lighter color (such as flaxen). As a noun, it is defined as: a sorrel-colored animal; especially, a light bright chestnut horse often with a mane and tail of lighter color (such as flaxen).

What is another word for "Sorrel"?

Other words for "Sorrel" include bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto and roan. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Sorrel" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Sorrel"?

There are 44 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Sorrel". Common alternatives include bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald and charger.

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

"Sorrel" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Sorrel"?

"Sorrel" is pronounced /ˈsȯr-əl/ and divided into syllables as sor·rel.

What is the origin of the word "Sorrel"?

"Sorrel" comes from Middle English sorel, noun & adjective, from Anglo-French, from sor red, auburn, probably of Germanic origin; akin to Middle Dutch soor dry, barren, Old English sēar dry sere. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Sorrel" meaning "as in chestnut, roan"?

When "Sorrel" (noun) means as in chestnut, roan, synonyms include bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun and palomino.