thoroughbred

UK
/ˈθʌrəʊbrɛd/
US
/ˈθɜroʊbrɛd/

Translations

thoroughbrednoun
thoroughbreds
pl
UK
/ˈθʌr.ə.bred/
US
/ˈθɜːr.oʊ.bred/
thoroughbredadjective
UK
/ˈθʌrəʊbrɛd/
US
/ˈθɜroʊbrɛd/
The thoroughbred horse won the race.
Чистокровная лошадь выиграла гонку.
Synonyms

Definitions

thoroughbrednoun
A horse of the Thoroughbred breed, known for its speed and stamina, originally developed in England for racing.
Only Thoroughbreds can compete in the Kentucky Derby.
Any animal or person regarded as having pure or pedigreed stock or superior breeding.
Their kennel specializes in raising thoroughbreds for show competitions.
thoroughbredadjective
Of pure or unmixed breed, especially referring to animals, particularly horses, that are of a recognized and established breed.
The thoroughbred horse was known for its speed and agility on the racetrack.
Having qualities or characteristics of a refined or superior nature, often used metaphorically to describe people or things.
She was a thoroughbred professional, always delivering her work with precision and excellence.