"ponyfoot" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: pony + foot Etymology templates: {{compound|en|pony|foot}} pony + foot Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} ponyfoot (uncountable)
  1. A plant of the genus Dichondra Tags: uncountable Categories (lifeform): Morning glory family plants

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