Gelding: meaning, definitions and examples

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gelding

 

[ หˆษกษ›ldษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

equine terminology

A gelding is a male horse that has been castrated. This procedure is typically done to make the horse easier to handle and to prevent breeding. Geldings are often used in various equestrian activities, as they tend to be more relaxed and less aggressive than stallions. The absence of testosterone influences their behavior, leading them to be more suited for work and companionship. Geldings are popular among riders and owners for these reasons.

Synonyms

castrated male horse, horse, stallion (before castration)

Examples of usage

  • The trainer preferred to work with a gelding for his calm demeanor.
  • Many rodeos feature geldings due to their steady temperament.
  • Geldings are often considered better companions for other horses.
  • Choosing a gelding is a common option for beginners in horseback riding.

Translations

Translations of the word "gelding" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น castrado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฐ เค˜เฅ‹เคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kastrat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kuda jantan yang dikebiri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐัั‚ั€ะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน ะบั–ะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kastrat

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŽปๅ‹ข้ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hongre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caballo castrado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑsrak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ์„ธ๋œ ๋ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุตุงู† ู…ูุฎุตูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kastrรกt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kastrรกt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜‰้ฉฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kastrat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kastrati

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐัั‚ั€ะธั€ะพะฒะฐะฝะฝั‹ะน ะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒกแƒขแƒ แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜ แƒชแƒฎแƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kastrat

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caballo castrado

Etymology

The term "gelding" originates from the Old English word 'gฤ“lding', which comes from the Proto-Germanic '*geldwaz' meaning 'to castrate'. Castration of horses has been practiced since antiquity, primarily for controlling the behavior of stallions and enhancing their trainability, making them more suitable for work and leisure activities with humans. Over time, the process and the term gained prominence in equestrian contexts as a standard practice in horse management. In many cultures, geldings have been valued for their docile nature and generosity, contributing to their continued popularity in horse breeding and training. The historical significance of geldings underscores their role in agriculture and transport throughout human civilization.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,682, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.