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colt

 

[koสŠlt ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

young horse

A colt is a young male horse that is usually less than four years old. They are often characterized by their playful nature and high energy levels. In horse breeding, colts are typically separated from fillies at a young age to prevent breeding before maturity. Colties are often trained for riding or racing as they grow older.

Synonyms

foal, youngster.

Examples of usage

  • The colt galloped across the field.
  • We raised a beautiful colt last spring.
  • The colt was eager to learn how to jump.
Context #2 | Noun

firearm

In a different context, a 'Colt' refers to a brand of firearms, specifically handguns that are manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing Company. Known for their quality and reliability, Colt firearms have been used by military and law enforcement agencies for decades. The Colt revolver is particularly famous and has a significant place in American history.

Synonyms

firearm, pistol.

Examples of usage

  • He took out his Colt during the demonstration.
  • The Colt revolver is a classic weapon design.
  • Many collectors seek vintage Colt firearms.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'colt' comes from Old English 'culta,' meaning a young horse.
  • The term has been used in English since the 12th century and originally referred to both male and female young horses.

Nature

  • Colts are born after a gestation period of about 11 months, just like humans take time to grow a baby.
  • Newborn colts can stand and run within hours of being born, which is important for their survival in the wild.

Culture

  • In many cultures, colts symbolize youthful energy and freedom, often appearing in stories and art.
  • Colts are important in rodeo events and are often trained for various performance activities.

Psychology

  • Interactions with young animals like colts can promote feelings of happiness and calm, often used in therapy settings.
  • Studies show that bonding with animals during youth can foster empathy and responsibility in children.

Literature

  • Colts often appear in stories like 'Black Beauty,' symbolizing innocence and the journey to adulthood.
  • Classic literature often uses horse characters, including colts, as symbols of freedom and adventure.

Translations

Translations of the word "colt" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น potro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅ‹เคกเคผเฅ€ เค•เคพ เคฌเคšเฅเคšเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fohlen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ anak kuda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะปั–ั‚ะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลบrebak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅญ้ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท foal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ potro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tay

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ง์•„์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‡ุฑุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hล™รญbฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrebec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐ้ฉฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพrebiฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ folaldur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั ะถั‹ะปา›ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒ™แƒแƒšแƒแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pษ™lษ™ng

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ potro

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,021, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.