Meaning & use
gelding
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A castrated male horse.
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The stable's gentlest gelding was chosen for the beginner riding lessons.
The trainer explained that geldings are often calmer and easier to handle than stallions.
A note on using this word
Common term in equestrian contexts; 'gelding' can also be used as a verb meaning to castrate an animal.
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