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Standardbred

American  
[stan-derd-bred] / ˈstæn dərdˌbrɛd /

noun

  1. one of an American breed of trotting and pacing horses used chiefly for harness racing.


Etymology

Origin of Standardbred

First recorded in 1890–95; standard + bred

Example Sentences

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He connected with David H. Brooks, a body armor tycoon whose many expensive passions included harness racing, the niche version of the sport that uses Standardbred horses instead of thoroughbreds.

From Washington Post • Jan. 19, 2022

Brennan worked for many years as a harness racing trainer before becoming a field representative for the Standardbred Owners Association of New York, a job in which he represented drivers in disputes with track management.

From Washington Times • Mar. 11, 2020

While pursuing his doctorate, Reddam started buying into Standardbred horses, which competed in harness races.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2018

Standardbred horses are remarkable athletes that have delighted and inspired their owners, trainers and fans since the 1800s.

From New York Times • Jan. 5, 2013

He ran his business from the overburdened back of a freakishly oversized Standardbred horse wearing a superwide saddle.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

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