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mule

[myool]

mule Definition

  • 1the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, typically sterile
  • 2a stubborn or hard-to-control person
  • 3a slipper that has no fitting around the heel

Using mule: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mule" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The mule is a hybrid animal.

  • Example

    He can be a real mule when he wants to be.

  • Example

    She slipped on her mules and headed out the door.

mule Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mule

  • hybrid
  • jackass
  • obstinate person
  • slip-on shoe

Phrases with mule

  • to kick very hard

    Example

    Be careful around that horse, it kicks like a mule.

  • to work very hard

    Example

    I've been working like a mule all week to finish this project.

  • dead as a doornail

    completely dead or lifeless

    Example

    The battery in my phone is dead as a doornail.

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Summary: mule in Brief

A 'mule' [myool] can refer to the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, a stubborn person, or a type of slipper. The hybrid animal is typically sterile, while the term 'mule' for a person implies stubbornness or difficulty in control. 'Mule' also refers to a slipper without a heel fitting. Phrases include 'kick like a mule' and 'work like a mule,' both denoting hard work.

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