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tantivy

tan·tiv·y [ tan tívvee ]


noun  (plural tan·tiv·ies)
Definition:
 
1. hunter's shout: a hunting cry, especially one given by a hunter riding a horse at full gallop

2. fast movement: a fast ride, especially on a horse going at full gallop



adjective 
Definition:
 
speedy: moving very fast, especially when on a horse going at full gallop



interjection 
Definition:
 
used as a hunting cry: used as a hunting cry, especially by a hunter riding a horse at full gallop

[Mid-17th century. Probably an imitation of the sound of galloping horses, influenced by tantara]

tan·tiv·y adverb
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