noun

neigh

nay

Neigh (noun) means the high-pitched cry made by a horse. Example: “A loud neigh echoed from the stable.”

noun

The high-pitched cry made by a horse.

"A loud neigh echoed from the stable."

verb

To make this sound, as a horse does.

"The horse neighed nervously as the storm rolled in."

How to use neigh

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe sound a horse makes, or to make that sound.

Easily confused with

neighbor → nay →

neighed past tense, neighs plural, neighs singular

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A loud _____ echoed from the stable.

From Old English hnægan, imitating the sound itself.

Origin: Old English

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What does “neigh” mean?

The word “neigh” means the high-pitched cry made by a horse. In plain terms, the sound a horse makes, or to make that sound.

How do you pronounce “neigh”?

“Neigh” is pronounced nay (/neɪ̯/ in IPA).

How do you use “neigh” in a sentence?

Here is “neigh” used in a sentence: “A loud neigh echoed from the stable.”

What part of speech is “neigh”?

Depending on how it is used, “neigh” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “neigh” come from?

The word “neigh” comes from Old English. From Old English hnægan, imitating the sound itself.

How many meanings does “neigh” have?

“Neigh” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the high-pitched cry made by a horse.

thief nicker whicker whinny