noun
- A member of the family Equidae, which includes horses, donkeys, zebras, and related animals.
Usage: technical/zoological; often used in scientific or educational contexts
Examples
- Horses, zebras, and donkeys are all equids.
- The equid family has existed for millions of years.
- Scientists study equid evolution through fossil records.
- Zebras are African equids known for their distinctive stripes.
- The veterinarian specializes in treating equids of all types.