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horse

Transitive Verb[C] Countable
pl: horsesing: horsing

This word evokes a sense of power, nobility, and a historical partnership between humans and nature. It carries a strong association with strength and reliability, often used in contexts involving rural life, athletics, or traditional transportation. In modern usage, it frequently appears in idiomatic expressions to describe stubbornness or unexpected outcomes, reflecting the animal's strong will and unpredictable nature when startled.

Countable when referring to individual animals (two horses).

Meanings

Noun

A large, four-legged solid-hoofed mammal used for riding and drafting.

"The farmer used a horse to pull the plow."

Transitive Verb
[something]

To move or push something with force or speed.

"He horsed the heavy trunk across the floor."

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