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brumby
What does brumby mean?
A feral or wild horse, especially in the Australian outback.
"A mob of brumbies galloped across the plain."
Origin
Possibly from an Aboriginal word or from 'Brumby', an early settler's surname.
Frequently asked questions
What is a brumby?
A brumby is a feral or wild horse, especially one roaming the Australian outback.
Where does the word brumby come from?
Its origin is uncertain; it may derive from an Aboriginal word or from the surname of an early settler named Brumby.
Are brumbies protected in Australia?
Their status is debated: some see brumbies as heritage animals worth protecting, while others regard them as feral pests damaging the environment.
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