A young male horse that is typically less than four years old.
From Old English colt, possibly related to Old Norse and Germanic words meaning 'young animal.' The word originally referred to a young horse used for breeding or training, and the meaning has remained consistent for over a thousand years.
A colt is specifically male and young—if you say 'colt' instead of 'horse,' you're immediately telling people this is an athletic prospect! Horse breeders use this term because colts need different training and nutrition than adult horses.
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