Why is a frog called a frog?
Why is the Frog, called a Frog? Nobody really knows why exactly, however, there are many theories about the origins of the term Frog. In German, the bottom of a horse’s hoof is called the “ frosch.” The “frog” of a horse hoof is a small area toward the rear of the hoof that acts as a shock absorber.
Why is the bottom of a horse’s hoof called a frog?
In German, the bottom of a horse’s hoof is called the “ frosch .” The frog forms a “V” (triangular) into the center of the sole. This triangular shape of the horse’s pad, it is believed, probably reminded the early railroad men of the triangular area where 2 tracks met, which also got the name “frog.”
Why is it called a bow’s Frog?
Since a bow’s frog is located at the bottom of the bow and also acts a shock absorber, this may be the reason for its name. Some believe that the frog looks somewhat like the profile of a frog.
