jennet

noun

jen·net ˈhe-nā

ˈje-nət

Synonyms of jennet next

: a female donkey

: hinny

: a small Spanish horse

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Because donkeys breed slowly—a jennet typically produces a foal only every other year—the drain is rapidly depleting Africa’s herd. —

Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 21 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English genett, from Anglo-French genet, from Catalan, Zenete (member of a Berber people), horse

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of jennet was in the 15th century

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“Jennet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jennet. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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jennet

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jen·net ˈjen-ət

: a small Spanish horse

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