pony

po-ny · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A small horse, typically one under 14.2 hands (about 147 cm) in height at the withers.

  2. 2.

    (British slang) Twenty-five pounds sterling.

  3. 3.

    A small glass for serving drinks, especially beer or liqueur.

Forms

plural: ponies

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    pony up — (informal) to pay money that is owed or required
  • •
    one-trick pony — someone or something with only one skill or talent
  • •
    pony ride — a short ride on a pony, often for children

Related words

See also: foal, horse, mare
Synonyms: small horse

Etymology

From French poulenet ("small foal"), diminutive of poulain ("foal"), from Late Latin pullanus ("young animal"), from Latin pullus ("young animal").