piebalds

[US]/ˈpaɪbɔːld/
[UK]/ˈpaɪbɔːld/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. having patches of two colors, typically black and white
n. a horse with patches of two colors, typically black and white

Example Sentences

a jester dressed in motley; the painted desert,; a particolored dress; a piebald horse; pied daisies.

9. a jester dressed in motley; the painted desert,; a particolored dress; a piebald horse; pied daisies.

The piebald horse trotted gracefully across the field.

The piebald cat had unique markings on its fur.

Piebald birds are often admired for their striking appearance.

The piebald snake slithered silently through the grass.

Piebald patterns can be found in various species of animals.

The piebald puppy wagged its tail happily.

Piebald rabbits are known for their distinctive coat colors.

The artist painted a piebald landscape with contrasting colors.

Piebald fish can be found in freshwater and saltwater environments.

The piebald pattern on the butterfly's wings was mesmerizing.

Real-world Examples

Their name comes from the word 'piebald', which means 'covered in patches of light and dark colors'.

Source: Children's Learning Classroom

These were not just any goats, but Pezzata Mochena, the ancient piebald race of the high Alpine region near the Austrian border.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

There was the bossy chestnut, the affectionate one with the piebald comb, the little bantam that had to be plucked out of the tree every evening and put to bed in the coop.

Source: After You (Me Before You #2)

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