What is another word for horseshoes?

Pronunciation: [hˈɔːsʃuːz] (IPA)

Horseshoes, the U-shaped metal shoe that is nailed to the bottom of a horse's hoof for protection and traction, has several synonyms. One of them is "farrier," which refers to a person who makes, fits, or sells horseshoes. Another word to describe horseshoes is "patten," which is a metal plate or shoe that is attached to the sole of a shoe. "Cock," "calk," and "cork" are other synonyms of horseshoes. These terms are used to describe shoes with projecting points or cleats that provide additional grip and prevent slipping. Lastly, "horseshoeing" is another synonym that refers to the process of fitting horseshoes.

Synonyms for Horseshoes:

What are the hypernyms for Horseshoes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Hobbies, games, horse equipment, pet accessories, sporting items.

What are the hyponyms for Horseshoes?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the opposite words for horseshoes?

The antonyms for the word "horseshoes" are numerous, as the term refers specifically to a type of shoe worn by horses. Some antonyms might include "barefoot," "unshod," or "naked" when referring to horses that are not wearing shoes at all. Alternatively, "slippers," "sandals," or "boots" might be used to describe shoes worn by humans. Additionally, the term "horseshoes" is sometimes used to describe a game involving throwing horseshoes at a stake, in which case antonyms might include "board games," "card games," or "video games." Whatever the context, antonyms for "horseshoes" often involve descriptions of items that are dissimilar to the specific type of shoe or game being referenced.

What are the antonyms for Horseshoes?

  • n.

    curve

Usage examples for Horseshoes

As in the tool it pays to have the best of steel, so on the road, which is subject to the wear and tear of steel horseshoes and heavy iron tires, it is found the cheapest to have the best of stone.
"The Future of Road-making in America"
Archer Butler Hulbert
It requires good judgment based on experience to determine the right kind of stone to take the constant wear of horseshoes and wagon tires.
"The Future of Road-making in America"
Archer Butler Hulbert
He was beloved by all, and most of all by the children; For he told them tales of the Loup-garou in the forest, And of the goblin that came in the night to water the horses, And of the white Letiche, the ghost of a child who unchristened Died, and was doomed to haunt unseen the chambers of children; And how on Christmas eve the oxen talked in the stable, And how the fever was cured by a spider shut up in a nutshell, And of the marvellous powers of four-leaved clover and horseshoes, With whatsoever else was writ in the lore of the village.
"The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Famous quotes with Horseshoes

  • Close don't count in baseball. Close only counts in horseshoes and grenades.
    Frank Robinson
  • What type of fasteners are used on horseshoes? braided Cotton, wang leather, cotton shoe laces, or velcro?
    f.m. Faber Jr.

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