equine
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɛk.wiːn/
KK: /ˈɛk.wiːn/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of horses and their family, which includes zebras and donkeys.
Example
The equine species are known for their strength and speed.
Conversation
Did you know that my sister is studying equine science?
Really? That's fascinating! What does that involve?
She learns about horse care, behavior, and even their health.
That sounds like a lot of fun, especially if she loves equine animals!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
horse
zebra
equid
Antonyms
non-equine
inhuman
unhorse
noun
Definition
A horse or any animal that is part of the horse family.
Example
The equine species includes horses, donkeys, and zebras.
Conversation
Did you see that equine show last weekend?
Yeah, it was amazing! Those horses were so beautiful.
I loved how the trainers worked with each equine so closely.
Root Explanation
Equine → It is derived from "equus" (meaning horse) in Latin. The term "equine" refers to anything related to or resembling horses.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word for horse, 'equus', to remember that 'equine' relates to horses.
Visually Confused Words
unequine
zequin
sequin
requin
quinze
quinte
quinse
quince