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Horses

Any of various equine mammals, or even certain extinct forms related ancestrally to the modern horse.

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hand

Animals; Horses

Four inches of height on a horse. Horses are measured from the highest point of the withers to the ground in units called hands. 14.2 means (14 hands x 4 inches) + 2 inches, which is 56 inches + 2 ...

glans penis

Animals; Horses

The end of the penis.

cross-tie

Animals; Horses

A means of tying a horse in which a chain or rope from each side of an aisle is attached to the side rings of the horse's halter.

clover

Animals; Horses

A legume used for hay and pasture.

equestrienne

Animals; Horses

Female rider or performer.

curb chain

Animals; Horses

The chain attached to the bit passing under the horse's chin.

alfalfa (medicago sativa)

Animals; Horses

A leguminous plant used primarily for hay, usually high in protein and calcium.

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