stallion Definition
an uncastrated male horse, especially one used for breeding.
Using stallion: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stallion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The farmer's stallion was the pride of his stable.
Example
The mare was bred to a champion stallion.
Example
The stallion won the race by a nose.
stallion Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for stallion
- gelding
- stud
Phrases with stallion
aggressive or dominant behavior, often exhibited by male humans, likened to that of an uncastrated male horse
Example
His stallion behavior in the boardroom made him a formidable negotiator.
stallion-like
resembling or characteristic of a stallion, often used to describe physical or behavioral traits
Example
The athlete's muscular build and fierce determination were stallion-like.
Example
The farm offered stallion service to mare owners.
Origins of stallion
from Old French 'estalon', meaning 'male horse'
Summary: stallion in Brief
'Stallion' [ˈstæliən] refers to an uncastrated male horse used for breeding. It is often used in the context of horse racing and breeding, exemplified by 'The stallion won the race by a nose.' 'Stallion behavior' describes aggressive or dominant behavior, while 'stallion-like' describes physical or behavioral traits resembling those of a stallion.
