Also means
male horse
Usage Note
Hengst denotes an uncastrated male horse. In breeding, a high-value Hengst is called a Deckhengst (breeding stallion). Colloquially, Hengst can be used informally (and somewhat crudely) as a compliment for a vigorous man.
Examples
"Der schwarze Hengst ließ sich nur von seinem Besitzer reiten."
Natural Translation
The black stallion allowed only its owner to ride it.
Literal Translation
The black stallion let itself only from his owner ride.
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