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Definition of 'steed'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (archaic|poetic) A stallion, especially in the sense of mount.
  • ''The studded bridle on a ragged bough
    ''Nimbly she fastens: -- O, how quick is love! --
    ''The steed is stalled up, and even now
    ''To tie the rider she begins to prove:
    ''Backward she push'd him, as she would be thrust,
    And govern'd him in strength, though not in lust. — Shakespeare, "Venus and Adonis".

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    * horse

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