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Definition of Warhorse
1. Noun. A work of art (composition or drama) that is part of the standard repertory but has become hackneyed from much repetition.
2. Noun. An experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service.
Exact synonyms: Old Hand, Old Stager, Old-timer, Oldtimer, Stager, Veteran
Generic synonyms: Expert
Derivative terms: Veteran
Generic synonyms: Expert
Derivative terms: Veteran
3. Noun. Horse used in war.
Generic synonyms: Mount, Riding Horse, Saddle Horse
Specialized synonyms: Cavalry Horse, Charger, Courser, Steed
Specialized synonyms: Cavalry Horse, Charger, Courser, Steed
Definition of Warhorse
1. Noun. (historical) Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armored knight. ¹
2. Noun. (theater), (music) A regularly revived theatrical or musical work, as with ''Hamlet'' or a Beethoven symphony, or as excerpts thereto. May imply that the work in question has become hackneyed. ¹
3. Noun. An experienced person who has been through many battles, situations or contests; someone who has given long service. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Warhorse
1. a musical or dramatic work that has been performed to excess [n -S]
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