plural ponies
1
a
: a small horse
especially
: one of any of several breeds of very small stocky animals noted for their gentleness and endurance
b
: a bronco, mustang, or similar horse of the western U.S.
c
: racehorse
—usually used in plural
2
: something smaller than standard: such as
a
: a small beer glass
b
: a small liqueur glass typically holding one ounce
3
: a literal translation of a foreign language text
especially
: one used surreptitiously by students in preparing or reciting lessons
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Today, the herd roams the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and is managed in partnership with the local fire company, which hosts the annual pony swim—a beloved local tradition.
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This is represented through a furry pony hair texture at the mudguard.
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DJs and live music carry through the day, with a classic car show, a Hair and Fashion Show, and kids’ areas with games, inflatables, and pony rides scattered throughout.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 14 May 2026
For her baby boy's first birthday, Bündchen shared a series of photos to celebrate the big milestone, including this adorable pic of the little tot on a miniature pony.
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
This is represented through a furry pony hair texture at the mudguard.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 May 2026
DJs and live music carry through the day, with a classic car show, a Hair and Fashion Show, and kids’ areas with games, inflatables, and pony rides scattered throughout.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 14 May 2026
For her baby boy's first birthday, Bündchen shared a series of photos to celebrate the big milestone, including this adorable pic of the little tot on a miniature pony.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for pony
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“Pony.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pony. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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pony
noun
po·ny
ˈpō-nē 
plural ponies
1
: a small horse
especially
: a horse of any of several breeds of very small compact animals
2
: a word-for-word translation of a foreign language text
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