horse mule

[ hawrs myool ]

noun

1. a male mule, especially one not gelded.

Word History and Origins

Origin of horse mule¹

First recorded in 1845–50

Example Sentences

In addition, the black fitted in perfectly with the other horse mule.

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The horse mule he picketed, but the mare was left unhampered.

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Barbara stood ready to work the forge's bellows and the horse mule was tethered near by.

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Lifting the wagon's other side, he took that wheel too, and packed both on the horse mule.

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The team halted as soon as he spoke, and the horse mule turned a questioning head toward his mate.

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