Meaning Of The Word Workhorse

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workhorse
countable noun: A workhorse is a horse which is used to do a job, for example to pull a plough.
countable noun: If you describe a person or a machine as a workhorse, you mean that they can be relied upon to do a large amount of work, especially work that is dull or routine.

workhorse in American English
a horse used for working, as for pulling a plow
noun: a horse used for plowing, hauling, and other heavy labor, as distinguished from a riding horse, racehorse, etc

workhorse in British English
noun: a horse used for nonrecreational activities

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