pony
UK: ˈpəʊni | US: ˈpoʊni
n. a small horse, especially one of a breed developed for children or small adults
n. (slang) a small serving of alcohol, typically 25 ml
n. (informal) a literal or figurative small-scale version of something (e.g., "pony engine")
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The word "pony" originates from the mid-17th century, derived from the obsolete French word poulenet, a diminutive of poulain (foal), which itself traces back to Latin pullus (young animal, foal). The term evolved in English to specifically denote small horse breeds. Its playful, diminutive connotations align with its use in slang (e.g., small alcohol servings) and informal contexts.
The children rode their ponies at the countryside fair.
He ordered a pony of whiskey to sip slowly.
The startup began as a pony version of a larger tech company.
She groomed her pony with meticulous care.
The bartender poured a pony of rum into the cocktail.