Filly (?), n.; pl. Fillies (#). [Cf. Icel. fylia, fr. foli foal. See Foal.]
1. (Zool.) A female foal or colt; a young mare. Cf. Colt, Foal.
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Neighing in likeness of a filly foal. Shak.
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2. A lively, spirited young girl. [Colloq.] Addison.
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