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pastern Definition

pas·tern (pas′tərn)

noun

the part of the foot of a horse, sheep, etc. just above the hoof or toes

Etymology: ME pastron < MFr pasturon < pasture, tether for cattle < VL *pastoria, foot shackle, tether < L pastorius, pastoral < pastor: see pastor

pastern Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • strong: The forelegs should be straight with strong pasterns and set well under the body.
  • sloping: The forelegs should be straight with firm and tight elbows and slightly sloping pasterns.

Modifies a noun

  • bone: They came back and said that Bertie had broken his long pastern bone in his off fore.

Browse dictionary entries near pastern

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  7. ‹ past perfect
  8. ‹ past participle
  9. ‹ past master
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