Basic Details
Word: Mare
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A female horse, particularly one that is used for breeding.
Synonyms: Female horse, dam
Antonyms: Stallion, gelding
Idioms and Phrases
- Put the cart before the mare: When someone does things in the wrong order or makes a mistake in planning. Example: "By starting the project before gathering all the information, he really put the cart before the mare."
- Wild mare: Used to describe someone who is uncontrollable or very spirited. Example: "Her energy at the party made her feel like a wild mare, stirring excitement among her friends."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The mare grazed peacefully in the field, enjoying the warm sun.
Example 2: At the riding school, each mare had her own unique personality, making lessons exciting.
Example 3: The mare gave birth to a beautiful foal, bringing joy to the entire farm.
Fun Fact
Mares typically reach sexual maturity at around 12 to 18 months of age, but they are usually not bred until they are about three years old to ensure proper health and development.
Famous Quote
"There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man." - Winston S. Churchill
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "mare" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A female horse
c) A kind of tree
d) A mountain
Answer: b) A female horse
2. Which of these is a synonym of "mare"?
a) Stallion
b) Female horse
c) Tiger
d) Dog
Answer: b) Female horse
3. Which sentence uses "mare" correctly?
a) The mare swiftly ran through the open meadow.
b) The mare played with her friends at the park.
c) The mare flew over the lake.
d) The mare painted a picture.
Answer: a) The mare swiftly ran through the open meadow.
4. Which idiom means putting things in the wrong order?
a) Put the cart before the mare
b) Wild mare
c) A horse of a different colour
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: a) Put the cart before the mare
5. What is the opposite of "mare"?
a) Stallion
b) N/A
c) Goat
d) Dog
Answer: a) Stallion
