|
|
thor·ough·bred
 thoroughbred
|
|
- pronunciation:
- thuh
ro
bred
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
bred from pure or unmixed stock, as a horse, dog, or other animal.
- similar words:
- pure, well-bred
|
| definition 2: |
(sometimes cap.) of, relating to, or belonging to the Thoroughbred breed of horses.
|
| definition 3: |
having a good background or a thorough training or education; well-bred.
- similar words:
- gentle
|
| related words: |
accomplished, cultured, genteel, well-bred |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a thoroughbred or pedigreed animal.
|
| definition 2: |
(cap.) one of a breed of horses created by crossing Arabian or Turkish stallions and English mares.
|
| definition 3: |
someone who is well-bred or well-educated.
|
|
|
|
|