WHICKERS Synonyms: 3 Similar Words | Merriam-Webster Thesaurus

whickers

verb

Definition of whickers next

next

present tense third-person singular of whicker

as in neighs

to make the cry typical of a horse whickering as they waited at the starting gate, the horses seemed to sense the excitement of the crowd

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neighs

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As such, the distinct sound that people hear when a horse neighs or whinnies is likely the animal relaying various independent messages or emotions at once, the study says.

— Kate Perez, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026

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