cobby

Meanings

• noun

  A small, sturdy horse or pony, particularly one from Cornwall, England.

  - "The cobby horse was used for farming and transportation in rural areas."
  - "Despite its small size, the cobby was strong and agile."

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Variants

List of all variants of cobby that leads to same result
cobbier , cobbiest , cobby

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Etymology

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Originally referred to a small, strong horse or pony from Cornwall, England.

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Trivia

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1. Cobbs were often used as riding horses for children due to their small size and gentle temperament.

2. Cobbs have been bred for centuries in Cornwall, England, and are now considered a distinct breed.

3. The term 'cobby' is also used to describe an object or person that is sturdy and reliable.

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Related Concepts

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1. pony: Cobby is a type of pony.

2. working horse: Cobbs were historically used as working horses due to their strength and agility.

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Culture

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In literature, cobby horses have been depicted in works such as Thomas Hardy's 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' and Enid Blyton's 'The Faraway Tree'. In art, cobby horses have been the subject of numerous paintings and sculptures.

How to Memorize "cobby"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, strong horse or pony from Cornwall, England.
   - Imagine the cobby's muscular build and its distinctive appearance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cobby' with a small, strong horse or pony.
   - Link it to the image of a horse used for farming and transportation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'cobby' and the image of a small, strong horse or pony.
   - Use the phrase 'Cornwall's Own Bold Youngster' to remember the meaning.

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