palfry Definition
a saddle horse, especially one that is easy to ride.
Using palfry: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "palfry" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The palfry was a well-trained horse that could be ridden by anyone.
Example
She rode her palfry through the countryside.
Example
The knight's palfry was a beautiful white stallion.
palfry Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for palfry
- hack
- riding horse
- saddle horse
Phrases with palfry
palfreyman
a dealer in saddle horses
Example
The palfreyman brought his best horses to the market.
Example
The palfrey saddle was comfortable and easy to ride on.
palfrey trot
a smooth, easy gait of a palfry
Example
The palfrey trotted along the path with ease.
Origins of palfry
from Old French ' palefrei', meaning 'a horse for ordinary riding'
Summary: palfry in Brief
A 'palfry' [ˈpælfri] is a saddle horse that is easy to ride. It is a well-trained horse that can be ridden by anyone, and is often used for leisurely rides through the countryside. The term 'palfry' comes from Old French, and extends into phrases like 'palfreyman,' referring to a dealer in saddle horses, and 'palfrey saddle,' which is a saddle designed for a palfry.
