A rocking-horse is a child's toy that typically resembles a horse with rockers on the bottom so it can be moved back and forth. There are various synonyms for this traditional toy, including hobbyhorse, wooden horse, and ponycycle. A hobbyhorse is similar in appearance to a rocking-horse but typically has a stick or handle for the child to hold onto while they ride it. A wooden horse can refer to any toy horse made of wood, including rocking-horses. Finally, the ponycycle is a modern take on the rocking-horse that features wheels and a pedaling motion to move it forward instead of rocking back and forth.