hinny

noun

hin·​ny ˈhi-nē How to pronounce hinny (audio)
plural hinnies
: a hybrid between a stallion and a female donkey compare mule

Word History

Etymology

Latin hinnus, from Greek innos

First Known Use

1688, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hinny was in 1688

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Cite this Entry

“Hinny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hinny. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

hinny

noun
hin·​ny ˈhin-ē How to pronounce hinny (audio)
plural hinnies
: a hybrid between a male horse and a female donkey

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