What is another word for Whinnied?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪnɪd] (IPA)

Whinnied is a verb that refers to the sound made by a horse. Synonyms for this word include neighed, nickered, and brayed. Neighed is used when the horse emits a loud, high-pitched sound, which is associated with fear or excitement. Nickered is typically used to describe a softer, more gentle sound made by a horse, usually when it is trying to communicate with another animal or human. Bray refers specifically to the sound made by a donkey or mule, and is characterized by a loud, harsh noise. These synonyms are useful for writers and speakers looking for different ways to describe the sounds horses and other equine animals make.

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What are the hypernyms for Whinnied?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Whinnied

The intelligent and beautiful animal Whinnied as if he understood.
"Jack of the Pony Express"
Frank V. Webster
The pony Whinnied in answer.
"Jack of the Pony Express"
Frank V. Webster
He could tell something was wrong, and Whinnied once or twice.
"Jack of the Pony Express"
Frank V. Webster

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