horseshoe
0 antonyms and opposites of horseshoe, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A U-shaped metal shoe nailed to a horse's hoof for protection.
How to use horseshoe
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of horse and shoe, going back to Middle English horsscho.
Full origin of horseshoe →Frequently asked questions
What does “horseshoe” mean?
The word “horseshoe” means a U-shaped metal shoe nailed to a horse's hoof for protection. In plain terms, a U-shaped metal shoe for horses, or anything shaped like one, often linked with good luck.
How do you pronounce “horseshoe”?
“Horseshoe” is pronounced HAWS-shoo (/ˈhɔːɹs.ʃuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “horseshoe” in a sentence?
Here is “horseshoe” used in a sentence: “The blacksmith fitted a fresh horseshoe on the mare.”
What part of speech is “horseshoe”?
“Horseshoe” is a noun.
Where does the word “horseshoe” come from?
The word “horseshoe” comes from Middle English. A straightforward compound of horse and shoe, going back to Middle English horsscho.
Is “horseshoe” a common word?
“Horseshoe” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “horseshoe” have?
“Horseshoe” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a U-shaped metal shoe nailed to a horse's hoof for protection.