Word
hearst
Phoneticshearst
/ˈhɝst/
Definition
n. a young deer that is in its second year of life.
n. a young deer, specifically a hind or female red deer, during its second year. Used primarily in historical or specialized hunting contexts.
Examples
“The hunter spotted a young hearst near the edge of the forest.”
“In medieval hunting manuals, a female red deer was referred to as a hind calf in its first year and a hearst in its second.”
“The tapestry depicts a lush woodland scene where a hearst grazes peacefully, distinguished from the older hinds by its smaller stature and youthful coat.”
Examples
simple
“The hunter spotted a young hearst near the edge of the forest.”
contextual
“In medieval hunting manuals, a female red deer was referred to as a hind calf in its first year and a hearst in its second.”
complex
“The tapestry depicts a lush woodland scene where a hearst grazes peacefully, distinguished from the older hinds by its smaller stature and youthful coat.”
Usage
Primarily found in zoological or historical texts; rarely used in modern general English.
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