rouncy

English

Alternative forms

• rouncey, rounsey

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman rouncie, runcin, Old French roncin, from Late Latin runcinus, of uncertain origin.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˈɹaʊnsi/

Noun

rouncy (plural rouncies)

1. (now historical) A horse, especially a common riding-horse.
   • 2000, George R.R. Martin, A Storm of Swords, Bantam, published 2011, page 537:

     ‘Too many of my men ride rounseys, drays, and mules against foes mounted on coursers and destriers.’

2. (obsolete) A vulgar woman.

Synonyms

• (horse): nag