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coltish

/ˈkoʊl.tɪʃ/
colt · ish
Adverb:coltishly
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• adjective

1

Energetic, playful, and lively, but somewhat awkward or uncoordinated in a youthful way.

Example

"The young dancer moved across the stage with a charming, coltish grace."

2

Resembling or characteristic of a colt, especially in having long, slender legs.

Example

"The fashion model was known for her tall, coltish frame and effortless stride."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English during the 16th century from 'colt' (from Old English 'colt', meaning a young horse or ass) and the suffix '-ish', referring to the playful, lively, and somewhat uncoordinated movements typical of a young foal.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Coltish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/coltish
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