Meaning Of The Word Horseshoe

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What's The Definition Of Horseshoe?

horseshoe
countable noun: A horseshoe is a piece of metal shaped like a U, which is fixed with nails to the bottom of a horse's foot in order to protect it.
countable noun: A horseshoe is an object in the shape of a horseshoe which is used as a symbol of good luck, especially at a wedding.

horseshoe in American English
a flat, U-shaped metal plate nailed to a horse's hoof for protection
to fit with a horseshoe or horseshoes
noun: a U-shaped metal plate, plain or with calks, nailed to a horse's hoof to protect it from being injured by hard or rough surfaces

horseshoe in British English
noun: a piece of iron shaped like a U with the ends curving inwards that is nailed to the underside of the hoof of a horse to protect the soft part of the foot from hard surfaces: commonly thought to be a token of good luck
verb: to fit with a horseshoe; shoe

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