Definition

A person who puts shoes on horses' hooves to protect them and help them walk better.

Example

The farrier came to the stable to shoe the horses before the competition.

Conversation

Have you ever met a farrier before?

Yeah, I saw one working at the stables last week.

What do they actually do for the horses?

They shoe the horses and make sure their hooves are healthy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Farrier → The word originates from Old French *ferrier*, meaning a smith or one who works with iron, derived from *fer* (meaning iron). A farrier is a specialist in equine hoof care, particularly in shoeing horses, which involves working with iron shoes.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who works with 'iron' ('fer') to remember that a farrier is someone who shoes horses.

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