equine

adjective · noun

Simple meaning

Of, about, or reminiscent of horses.

Pronunciation

Say it like this:

eekwyn

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈikwaɪn

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Word Review

Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

adjective

Of, relating to, or reminiscent of horses.

noun

Any horse or horse-like animal, especially one of the genus Equus.
Hoofed mammals having slender legs and a flat coat with a narrow mane along the back of the neck

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

Aura for this meaning

This meaning: Of, relating to, or reminiscent of horses.

Used this way, equine is a reasonably familiar word that can pull warm or cold depending on the sentence. It suits reflective writing more than quick conversation.

Emotional tone: Mixed
Formality: Slightly formal
Intensity: Gentle
How common: Moderately common
Connotation: Sentimental and reflective
Usage feel: Reflective and slightly elevated

Usage note

The same wording can read approvingly or critically, so the surrounding sentence has to make the intent clear.

Word Aura describes common impressions, not a measurement. Tone changes with sentence, speaker, relationship and situation.

More ways to use equine

“The veterinarian specializes in equine care, working with horses daily.”adjective

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Synonyms

Sense: any horse or horse-like animal

equidRare

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