bucephalus

/ˌbyuːsɛfˈæləs/

Definitions

1. noun

A legendary horse said to have been ridden by Alexander the Great.

“Alexander’s horse, Bucephalus, was known for its strength and agility.”

2. proper noun

The name of Alexander the Great’s horse, which later became the name of a genus of snails in the family Helicidae.

“The genus Bucephalus includes several species of snails found in Africa and Asia.”

Synonyms

  • steed
  • warhorse

Antonyms

  • nag
  • pony