1. a person who castrates animals, especially horses
Usage: chiefly historical or rural

Examples

• The gelder was called to the farm to perform the procedure on the young stallion.
• In medieval times, a skilled gelder was an important member of the community.
• The veterinary gelder used modern techniques to ensure the animal's safety.
• Farmers would hire a gelder to manage their livestock breeding.
• The gelder's expertise was passed down through generations of his family.