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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 notes

In plain EnglishAn old word for a reddish-brown horse, or for the colour itself.

Word forms

bayards plural

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Etymology

From Old French bayart, of uncertain origin, related to "bay" describing a reddish-brown horse colour.

Origin: Old French

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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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