tantivy

[ tan-tiv-ee ]

adverb

1. at full gallop:

   to ride tantivy.

adjective

1. swift; rapid.

noun

, plural tan·tiv·ies.

1. a gallop; rush.

interjection

1. (used as a hunting cry when the chase is at full speed.)

tantivy

/ tænˈtɪvɪ /

adverb

1. at full speed; rapidly

noun

1. -tivies a hunting cry, esp at full gallop

interjection

1. a hunting cry, esp at full gallop

Word History and Origins

Origin of tantivy¹

First recorded in 1635–45; origin uncertain; possibly onomatopoeic, representing the sound of horses galloping

Word History and Origins

Origin of tantivy¹

C17: perhaps imitative of galloping hooves