noun
bayard
BAY-uhd
Bayard (noun) means a horse with a reddish-brown coat; more loosely, any horse. Example: “The knight rode a sturdy bayard into the tournament grounds.”
noun
1
A horse with a reddish-brown coat; more loosely, any horse.
"The knight rode a sturdy bayard into the tournament grounds."
adjective
1
Bay-coloured; reddish brown, used mainly of horses.
"A bayard mare grazed quietly in the paddock."
How to use bayard
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old word for a reddish-brown horse, or for the colour itself.
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Etymology
From Old French bayart, of uncertain origin, related to "bay" describing a reddish-brown horse colour.
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Rhymes for bayard
yard
lanyard
vineyard
junkyard
backyard
farmyard
barnyard
shipyard
courtyard
graveyard
churchyard
schoolyard
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bayard” mean?
The word “bayard” means a horse with a reddish-brown coat; more loosely, any horse. In plain terms, an old word for a reddish-brown horse, or for the colour itself.
How do you pronounce “bayard”?
“Bayard” is pronounced BAY-uhd (/ˈbeɪ.ɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bayard” in a sentence?
Here is “bayard” used in a sentence: “The knight rode a sturdy bayard into the tournament grounds.”
What part of speech is “bayard”?
Depending on how it is used, “bayard” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “bayard” come from?
The word “bayard” comes from Old French. From Old French bayart, of uncertain origin, related to "bay" describing a reddish-brown horse colour.
How many meanings does “bayard” have?
“Bayard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a horse with a reddish-brown coat; more loosely, any horse.
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