stallion

noun

stal·​lion ˈstal-yən 

: an uncastrated male horse : a male horse kept for breeding

also : a male animal (such as a dog or a sheep) kept primarily as a stud

Examples of stallion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At the extravaganza, women also partake in folklórico dance, and Staci Diaz showcases her renowned stallion dance. —Amanda Lopez, NPR, 11 Jan. 2025

Initially dedicated to breeding stallions within a regenerative livestock system, the ranch now supports a diverse ecosystem. —Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025

Bornstein came to run the facilities at Casey’s through Prince, a stallion with serious behavioral and training issues. —Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025

Soon enough, however, the seven-time Formula One world champion overcomes his anxiety and is standing face-to-face with a shiny black stallion named Aroma. —Sean Gregory / London and Maranello, TIME, 27 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English staloun, stalion, from Anglo-French estaloun, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German stal stall

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stallion

• scallion
• battalion
• italian
• medallion

Kids Definition

stallion

noun

stal·​lion ˈstal-yən 

: a male horse

especially : one kept especially for breeding