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Fetlock: meaning, definitions and examples

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fetlock

 

[ หˆfษ›t.lษ’k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

horse anatomy

The fetlock refers to the joint located between the cannon bone and the pastern in horses. This joint is crucial for the animal's movement, providing flexibility and shock absorption during activities such as running or jumping. The fetlock is often seen as a significant indicator of a horse's overall health and conformation. In some breeds, the size and shape of the fetlock are important characteristics that contribute to the horse's ability to perform in various disciplines. Proper care and attention to this joint are essential for preventing injuries.

Synonyms

ankle, joint

Examples of usage

  • The horse stumbled and injured its fetlock.
  • Vets often check the fetlock for signs of strain.
  • A well-formed fetlock is a hallmark of a good horse.
  • The horse's fetlock was swollen after the race.

Translations

Translations of the word "fetlock" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caneleira

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅเคŸเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fessel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sendi pergelangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะบะพะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pฤ™cina

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚งใƒˆใƒญใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท paturon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tendรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bacak bileฤŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœ๋ชฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูƒุงุญู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ korunka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรคtka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่น„่ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ peta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ feti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั–ะปะตะทั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ”แƒฎแƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒกแƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ayaq bileyi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tendรณn

Etymology

The term 'fetlock' originates from Middle English 'fetloc', which itself comes from Old English 'fฤ“t' meaning 'foot' and 'loc' meaning 'lock' or 'enclosure'. This nomenclature signifies the area that closely resembles a joint or lock of the horse's foot. The usage of the word has evolved over the centuries, particularly in equestrian contexts, reflecting the importance of this joint in horse anatomy and care. The fetlock is a distinctive feature in horses, further emphasizing its significance in both breeding and training practices. As horses have been domesticated for thousands of years, terms related to their anatomy like 'fetlock' have remained vital in veterinary practices and horse-related vocabulary.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,966 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.