thoroughbred

US /ˈθɝː.ə.bred/
UK /ˈθɝː.ə.bred/
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a horse of a breed originally developed in England for racing, noted for its speed and stamina

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The jockey rode the magnificent thoroughbred to victory.
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Many famous racehorses are thoroughbreds.
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a person of pure or unmixed ancestry

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She comes from a family of thoroughbreds, known for their long lineage.
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He was a thoroughbred gentleman, always impeccably dressed.
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of pure or unmixed breed or ancestry

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The farm specialized in raising thoroughbred cattle.
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He has a thoroughbred pedigree in classical music.
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