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Hengst

stallion

noun HENGST Rare
Animals & Nature Farm Animals

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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