racehorse
/'reishɔ:s/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A horse bred and trained for racing: A racehorse is a specific type of horse, typically a Thoroughbred, Standardbred, or Quarter Horse, that is selectively bred and extensively trained to compete in horse races.
Usage
- The word "racehorse" is a countable noun. It refers to the animal itself, not the event or the activity.
- It is typically used in the context of competitive sports, breeding, and training.
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Examples
- Noun:
- The jockey guided the racehorse to a stunning victory in the final stretch.
- Owning a successful racehorse requires a significant financial investment.
- That bay colt is the most expensive racehorse ever sold at auction.
Advanced Usage
- "To be a one-horse race" (Idiom): This idiom describes a competition where one competitor is so far ahead that they are certain to win. While it contains the word "horse," it is not specifically about a racehorse but uses the imagery of a horse race.
- The election turned into a one-horse race after the scandal.
- "Dark horse" (Idiom): A competitor about whom little is known but who unexpectedly wins or succeeds. This idiom originates from horse racing but is used metaphorically.
- The new candidate is a dark horse in the leadership contest.
Variants and Related Words
- Racing: (n) The sport of competing in races.
- He has a lifelong passion for horse racing.
- Racehorse owner: (n) A person who owns one or more racehorses.
- Racehorse trainer: (n) A person who prepares racehorses for competition.
Synonyms
- Thoroughbred: (n) Often used synonymously with "racehorse," especially in the context of flat racing, as it is a specific breed prized for speed.
- The thoroughbred broke the track record.
- Runner: (n) Informal term for a racehorse, especially one entered in a particular race.
- There are twelve runners in the 3 o'clock race.
Phrasal Verbs
(The word "racehorse" itself does not form standard phrasal verbs. Phrasal verbs are typically formed with verbs, not compound nouns.)
Related Idioms
(See "Advanced Usage" for idioms related to horse racing that are commonly used in English.)