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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

hoofbeats

/hʊfbiːts/ noun · British & US
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What does hoofbeats mean?

noun

The sound made by the hooves of a horse or other animal as it moves, typically a rhythmic pounding or thudding.

Example

"The sound of the horse's hoofbeats echoed through the valley as it galloped by."

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