mare - Meaning, Image, Examples & Etymology - Learn English Visually

mare

|mare|

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/mɛr/

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/mɛə/

female horse

Etymology

Etymology Information

'mare' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mearh,' where 'mearh' meant 'horse.'

Historical Evolution

'mearh' changed from Old English word 'mearh' and eventually became the modern English word 'mare'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'horse,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'female horse.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an adult female horse or other equine animal.

The mare galloped across the field.

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Noun 2

a dark, flat area on the moon's surface, formed by ancient volcanic eruptions.

The Apollo mission landed near the Mare Tranquillitatis.

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Last updated: 2025/03/04 21:39