1. Female horses kept for breeding purposes.
Usage: Plural of broodmare; commonly used in equestrian and horse-breeding contexts.

Examples

• The farm maintains a herd of twenty broodmares for its thoroughbred racing program.
• Broodmares require specialized nutrition and veterinary care during pregnancy.
• The stud farm's most valuable broodmares have produced multiple champion foals.
• Experienced handlers work with the broodmares to ensure safe breeding and foaling.
• The auction featured several registered broodmares with excellent pedigrees.
• Broodmares are typically retired from racing before being used for reproduction.