Definitions

1. noun

The part of a horse’s or other equine’s leg below the fetlock joint, where the hair grows longer and the skin is thicker, forming a distinct boundary between the hair-covered and hairless parts of the leg.

“The veterinarian examined the horse’s hairhoof to check for any signs of infection.”

2. verb

To cover or adorn with a covering of hair, typically on the lower leg of a horse or other equine.

“The groom hairhoofed the horse to prepare it for competition.”