rouncy
English
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman rouncie, runcin, Old French roncin, from Late Latin runcinus, of uncertain origin.
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /ˈɹaʊnsi/
Noun
rouncy (plural rouncies)
- (now historical) A horse, especially a common riding-horse.
- 2000, George R.R. Martin, A Storm of Swords, Bantam, published 2011, page 537:
- ‘Too many of my men ride rounseys, drays, and mules against foes mounted on coursers and destriers.’
- (obsolete) A vulgar woman.
Synonyms
- (horse): nag
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