THOROUGHBRED

Thoroughbred

The Thoroughbred is a horse breed best known for its use in horse racing. Although the word thoroughbred is sometimes used to refer to any breed of purebred horse, it technically refers only to the Thoroughbred breed. Thoroughbreds are considered "hot-blooded" horses, known for their agility, speed and spirit.

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thoroughbred

Noun

  1. A particular breed of horse (this does not refer to any purebred horse)
  2. A well-bred person.
  3. A person of uncommon strength or endurance.
    That athlete is a real thoroughbred.

Adjective

  1. bred from pure stock
  2. well-bred and properly educated


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