rouncy

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman rouncie, runcin, Old French roncin, from Late Latin runcinus, of uncertain origin.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈɹaʊnsi/

Noun

rouncy (plural rouncies)

  1. (now historical) A horse, especially a common riding-horse.
    • 2000, George RR Martin, A Storm of Swords, Bantam 2011, p. 537:
      ‘Too many of my men ride rounseys, drays, and mules against foes mounted on coursers and destriers.’
  2. (obsolete) A vulgar woman.

Synonyms

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