alezan
|al-e-zan|
C1
/ˈælɪzæn/
chestnut color
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alezan' originates from French, specifically the word 'alezan', where it referred to a chestnut-colored horse.
Historical Evolution
'alezan' was borrowed directly from French into English, maintaining its reference to horse coloration.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'chestnut-colored horse', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
a term used to describe a chestnut or reddish-brown color, especially in horses.
The horse had a beautiful alezan coat.
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Last updated: 2025/06/19 04:06