Palfrey: meaning, definitions and examples
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palfrey
[ หpรฆlfrษช ]
historical horse
A palfrey is a type of horse that was traditionally used in the medieval period, particularly favored by women for riding. These horses are often characterized by their smooth gaits and gentle temperament, making them suitable for leisurely rides and travel. Unlike war horses or pack horses, palfreys were bred primarily for comfort and usability in urban and rural settings. The term has historical significance and often appears in literature referring to nobility and women's equestrian activities.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The noblewoman rode her palfrey gracefully through the village.
- In the 12th century, many ladies preferred palfreys for their daily rides.
- The manuscript describes the palfreys of the court with intricate detail.
Translations
Translations of the word "palfrey" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cavalo de passeio
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคกเคผเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Pferd
๐ฎ๐ฉ kuda
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะฐะปัััะตะน
๐ต๐ฑ wierzchowiec
๐ฏ๐ต ไน้ฆฌ็จใฎ้ฆฌ
๐ซ๐ท cheval de selle
๐ช๐ธ caballo de montura
๐น๐ท binek atฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ์น๋ง์ฉ ๋ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญุตุงู ุฑููุจ
๐จ๐ฟ jockey
๐ธ๐ฐ jazdeckรฝ kรดล
๐จ๐ณ ้ช้ฉฌ็จ้ฉฌ
๐ธ๐ฎ jahaฤ
๐ฎ๐ธ reiรฐhestur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแแแแ แ แชแฎแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sรผrรผล atฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ caballo de monta
Etymology
The word 'palfrey' comes from the Old French word 'palefrei' or 'palfrey', which itself is derived from the Latin word 'paraveredus', meaning a saddle horse or a riding horse. Historically, during the Middle Ages, palfreys were distinguished from other types of horses due to their specific breeding for riding comfort and ease of handling. They were particularly popular among the upper classes and were often mentioned in medieval literature, signifying status and elegance. Over time, the term has become less common, but it remains significant in the context of historical studies related to equestrian culture.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,083 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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- 33080 axed
- 33081 gluttonous
- 33082 misdeed
- 33083 palfrey
- 33084 teaser
- 33085 somnambulism
- 33086 tularemia
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