racehorse

noun

race·​horse ˈrās-ˌhȯrs How to pronounce racehorse (audio)
: a horse bred or kept for racing

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The pair co-owns a 3-year-old racehorse, March of Time, that won for the first time at Santa Anita last week. Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025 This book that tells the compelling story of world famous racehorse, Alydar and his career, the gruesome details of his mysterious death, and the long process of unearthing of the facts and the shameless greed of those around the horse. Grrlscientist, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 See the Best Photos from Trooping the Colour Including Kate Middleton's First Royal Outing Since Christmas Queen Elizabeth was a great supporter of the equestrian event, and 24 of her racehorses won at Royal Ascot through the years. Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 18 June 2024 The racehorse owners seek at least $3 million dollars in compensation, as well as additional compensation for punitive damages. Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for racehorse 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1626, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of racehorse was circa 1626

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“Racehorse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/racehorse. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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racehorse

noun
race·​horse ˈrās-ˌhȯ(ə)rs How to pronounce racehorse (audio)
: a horse bred or kept for racing

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