Meaning & use
equine
Relating to horses, or having qualities and features typical of a horse.
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The vet specializes in equine medicine, treating horses on farms across the region.
Her equine features, a long face and graceful stride, made her a natural rider.
A note on using this word
Equine is mostly used in technical, veterinary, or scientific contexts rather than everyday conversation about horses.
Words with a similar meaning
horselike
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A horse or a member of the horse family.
The ranch is home to several equines, including two retired racehorses.
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