Stallion — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈstal-yən/ stal·lion

Meaning & Definition of Stallion

Stallion (noun)

  1. an uncastrated male horse, a male horse kept for breeding; also, a male animal (such as a dog or a sheep) kept primarily as a stud

Stallion (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an adult male horse and especially one that is used for breeding

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Stallion

The most common words with a similar meaning to Stallion:

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

Origin & Etymology of Stallion

Middle English staloun, stalion, from Anglo-French estaloun, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German stal stall

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Stallion

What does "Stallion" mean?

"Stallion" means an uncastrated male horse, a male horse kept for breeding; also, a male animal (such as a dog or a sheep) kept primarily as a stud. As a noun, it is defined as: an uncastrated male horse, a male horse kept for breeding; also, a male animal (such as a dog or a sheep) kept primarily as a stud.

What is another word for "Stallion"?

Other words for "Stallion" include colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, equine, nag and steed. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Stallion" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Stallion"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Stallion". Common alternatives include colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, equine, nag, steed, equid and bronco.

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

"Stallion" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Stallion"?

"Stallion" is pronounced /ˈstal-yən/ and divided into syllables as stal·lion.

What is the origin of the word "Stallion"?

"Stallion" comes from Middle English staloun, stalion, from Anglo-French estaloun, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German stal stall. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Stallion" meaning "an adult male horse and especially one that is used for breeding"?

When "Stallion" (noun) means an adult male horse and especially one that is used for breeding, synonyms include colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare and equine.