pastern
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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