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A definition of equine as used when discussing horses or ponies.

By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com

Definition: Horse or pony, or pertaining to horses or ponies. Belonging to the family equidae that includes ponies, donkeys, mules, horses, zebras, asses, and mules.
Pronunciation: ek wine (short e sound) or eek wine (long e sound)
Examples:
Many horse sports are open to equines of all types.

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