"cockhorses" typically refers to a children's toy horse on a stick, used for imaginative play and rocking back and forth. Synonyms for this term include hobbyhorse, stick horse, wooden horse, and rocking horse. Each of these terms conjures up a similar image of a child riding and playing with a toy horse, albeit with slightly different nuances. "Hobbyhorse" suggests a more serious interest in equestrianism, while "rocking horse" specifically focuses on the horse's rocking motion. "Wooden horse" emphasizes the material of the toy, and "stick horse" highlights the stick used as a handle. Regardless of the term used, playing with a cockhorse has long been a beloved pastime for children.