Main Entry: ¹thor·ough·bred

Pronunciation: \-ˌbred\

Function: adjective

Date: 1701

1 : thoroughly trained or skilled <a thoroughbred soldier>
2 : bred from the best blood through a long line : purebred <thoroughbred dogs>
3 a capitalized : of, relating to, or being a Thoroughbred horse b : having characteristics resembling those of a Thoroughbred