A putto is often called a cherub (plural cherubs) although unlike the Biblical cherub (plural cherubim) in form and symbolism: cherubim have four faces of different species and several pairs of wings, and are sacred, whereas putti are secular and represent a non-religious passion.
(The term stallion for an uncastrated male horse dates from this time; stallion = stalled one.) Stallion is also used to refer to males of other equids, including zebras and donkeys.
Mare signaling receptivity to a stallion. 1  A mare allows the stallion to approach when ready to breed. 2  Many breeders use a teaser stallion to determine if the mare is receptive to breeding. 3  A stallion tests the air for pheromones that indicate that the mare is ovulating.