Paddock
/ˈpæd.ək/noun
A small enclosure for animals, typically horses, to graze or exercise.
Did you know?The word 'paddock' is believed to have connections to the Old French 'pade' meaning 'to tread,' hinting at ancient rituals involving livestock and land.
Etymological Timeline
Old French
Old French
pade
“To tread, trample, or walk heavily.”
Middle English
Middle English
paddokke
“A small enclosure for animals or a fenced area.”
14th Century
Middle English
paddock
“A fenced area for livestock.”
Modern English
English
paddock
“A term for a small field or enclosure, particularly for horses.”