noun
pony
POH-nee/ˈpəʊni/
A small horse.
The small, sturdy pony stands beside the fence.
Etymology
The Scots word names a very small horse, not simply a young one. It apparently reflects French poulenet, “little foal,” linking the modern emphasis on size with an earlier name for a young animal.
In context
while the bridegroom’s bewreathed pony turned aside to snatch a mouthful from a passing fodder-cart.
More examples
- The children take turns riding the pony.
- Two ponies stand beside a much taller horse.
- She brushes her pony's mane before each ride.
Forms
pony · ponies
Similar words
- horse
- A broader term that includes ponies and larger animals.
- miniature horse
- An exceptionally small horse, bred smaller than most ponies.