Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A champion American Thoroughbred racehorse: Seattle Slew is the name of a specific racehorse, a bay stallion, who achieved the notable feat of winning the U.S. Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing in 1977. He is remembered as one of the greatest racehorses in history.

Usage

• The term "Seattle Slew" is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to this individual racehorse. It is not used generically.
• It is commonly used in contexts discussing horse racing history, champions, and the Triple Crown.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Seattle Slew was the first horse to win the Triple Crown while still undefeated.
  • The legacy of Seattle Slew continues to influence thoroughbred breeding.
  • Many consider Seattle Slew to be one of the strongest competitors in racing history.

Advanced Usage

• "The Seattle Slew story": used to refer to the narrative of his career, from his purchase for a modest price to his Triple Crown victory and successful stud career.
  • The documentary detailed the incredible Seattle Slew story.

Variants and Related Words

• Slew (n): While "slew" can be a separate common noun meaning 'a large number,' in this context, it is only part of the proper name and carries no independent meaning.
• Triple Crown winner (n): a general term for any horse that has won the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes in the same year. Seattle Slew is an example of a Triple Crown winner.

Synonyms

• Champion racehorse: a general term for a horse that has won major races.
• Triple Crown champion: a more specific synonym highlighting his greatest achievement.

Related Idioms/Phrases

• "To do a Seattle Slew": This is not a standard idiom. However, in informal contexts within horse racing, it could be creatively used to mean 'to achieve an unexpected or undefeated championship victory,' drawing a parallel to his story.
  • The underdog team hopes to do a Seattle Slew this season. (Note: This is a non-standard, contextual usage.)

Noun

1. thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1977