as in horses
a large hoofed domestic animal that is used for carrying or drawing loads and for riding
one of the more esteemed equines of modern times was the racehorse Seabiscuit
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Men, horses and even cattle moved through South Boston’s hills in the morning wind as residents watched from stoops — some in pajamas and wrapped in blankets, appearing to have been awakened by the sound of drums and bagpipes.—
ABC News,
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But in the early 70s, auto trailers were replacing their horse drawn, round top wagons – the sort that are now sought after Irish Airbnb rentals.—
Jody Mamone,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Equines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equines. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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