show pony

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show pony

noun show ponies

A specific class of small horse or pony that are judged in equestrian competitions; bred and trained for their elegance, conformation (physical build), and graceful movement in the show ring, rather than for practical farm work.
idiomatic, informal A person who loves to be the center of attention, prioritizes their image, or likes to show off.
Similar: showhorse, showboat, showoff

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@misc{show_pony_2026,
  title = {show pony},
  howpublished = {Wiktionary, via Micwyn},
  year = {2026},
  url = {https://micwyn.com/word/show%20pony},
  urldate = {2026-11-06}
}