Definition
broodmares
noun
- Female horses kept for breeding purposes.
Usage: Plural of broodmare; commonly used in equestrian and horse-breeding contexts.
Examples
- The farm maintains a herd of twenty broodmares for its thoroughbred racing program.
- Broodmares require specialized nutrition and veterinary care during pregnancy.
- The stud farm's most valuable broodmares have produced multiple champion foals.
- Experienced handlers work with the broodmares to ensure safe breeding and foaling.
- The auction featured several registered broodmares with excellent pedigrees.
- Broodmares are typically retired from racing before being used for reproduction.