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yearling

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yearling
1. the young of any of various animals, including the antelope and buffalo, between one and two years of age
2. a thoroughbred racehorse counted for racing purposes as being one year old until the second Jan. 1 following its birth


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That night Kotick danced the Fire-dance with the yearling seals.
The Jungle Book by Kipling, Rudyard View in context
A fat yearling rewarded a half hour of stealthy creeping and a sudden, savage rush, and it was late in the afternoon when the ape-man settled himself upon his haunches beside his kill to enjoy the fruits of his skill, his cunning, and his prowess.
Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
Though a long way from his full growth, White Fang, next to Lip-lip, was the largest yearling in the village.
White Fang by London, Jack View in context
 
 
 
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