Fetlock

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛtlɑk/

Definitions of fetlock

noun the projection of a horse's leg above the hoof

Example Sentences

A1 The horse injured its fetlock while running in the field.

A2 The vet wrapped a bandage around the horse's fetlock to help it heal.

B1 Proper grooming includes checking the fetlock for any signs of swelling or injury.

B2 The rider noticed a small cut on the horse's fetlock and cleaned it carefully.

C1 The dressage competitor paid close attention to the horse's fetlock during warm-up.

C2 The equine physiotherapist recommended specific exercises to strengthen the horse's fetlock muscles.

Examples of fetlock in a Sentence

formal The veterinarian examined the horse's fetlock for any signs of injury.

informal I noticed a small bump on my horse's fetlock after our ride.

slang I need to wrap my horse's fetlock before we head out on the trail.

figurative His ankle was as delicate as a horse's fetlock.

Grammatical Forms of fetlock

• plural: fetlocks
• comparative: more fetlock
• superlative: most fetlock
• present tense: fetlocks
• future tense: will fetlock
• perfect tense: have fetlocked
• continuous tense: is fetlocking
• singular: fetlock
• positive degree: fetlock
• infinitive: to fetlock
• gerund: fetlocking
• participle: fetlocked

Origin and Evolution of fetlock

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'fetlock' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'fetlocc', which referred to the joint of a horse's leg above the hoof.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'fetlock' has remained consistent in its usage to describe the joint on a horse's leg, specifically the area just above the hoof. The word has not seen significant evolution in meaning or usage since its first known use.