donkey

noun

don·key ˈdäŋ-kē

ˈdəŋ-

ˈdȯŋ-

plural donkeys

Synonyms of donkey next

: the domestic ass (Equus asinus)

: a stupid or obstinate person

Example Sentences

we put our bags on the donkey and headed down the canyon called him a donkey when he refused to go along with their plans

Recent Examples on the Web Golden Globes acceptance speech: his four-legged co-star Jenny the donkey. —

Alex Ritman, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2023 An owl frowns down at the donkey from its treetop perch, as though registering an intruder’s presence. —

Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2023 The ox and the donkey understood more of the first Christmas than the high priests in Jerusalem. —

Olivia Muenter, Woman's Day, 28 Nov. 2022 Nearby, the blood from the donkey killed by the Taliban suicide bomber splattered the ground. —

New York Times, 18 Aug. 2022 There’s not much to see in town, except the marina and the old steam donkey on display, an antique powered winch that was used in the early 20th century to help gather logs. —

Anchorage Daily News, 29 Apr. 2022 The 120 or so families who live in New Chenini can come and go via a paved road, while their relatives back in the original Chenini still haul everything partway up the mountain by hand or donkey. —

Vivian Yee, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2023 Farrell’s donkey-loving Irishman has led the critics’ awards. —

Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Jan. 2023 Unfortunately, the noise upset the donkey and the animal kicked very hard. —

Rick Helfenbein, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2023 See More

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