full-blooded
Americanadjective
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of unmixed ancestry; thoroughbred.
a full-blooded Cherokee.
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vigorous; virile; hearty.
full-blooded enjoyment.
adjective
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(esp of horses) of unmixed ancestry; thoroughbred
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having great vigour or health; hearty; virile
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Etymology
Origin of full-blooded
An Americanism dating back to 1765–75
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The division between the clubs is reflected on the pitch in both playing styles and full-blooded encounters.
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2025
The full-blooded performances of the Northern Ireland international have already made him a fan favourite, suggesting he could fill part of Trent's role on the pitch and in the stands.
From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2025
Jamie Moore experienced this rising dread after knocking out Matthew Macklin in the 10th round of a full-blooded British light-middleweight title bout in 2006.
From BBC ● May 8, 2024
“The first full-blooded Asian champion!” one user said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2024
Her mother pronounced her name in Spanish, her pure, mouth-filling, full-blooded name, Yolanda.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
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