equino

equine

adjective eh-KEE-noh Rare

Origin: From Latin equinus, from equus (horse).

Also means

of horses

Usage Note

Equino is a formal or technical adjective meaning 'of or relating to horses' — especie equina, deporte equino. As a noun, equino can refer to a horse in veterinary or zoological contexts. It is less common in everyday speech, where de caballo is preferred.

Examples

"El veterinario se especializó en medicina equina."

Natural Translation

The veterinarian specialized in equine medicine.

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