as in horses
a large hoofed domestic animal that is used for carrying or drawing loads and for riding
the knight mounted his trusty steed
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Recent Examples of steeds
The steeds that started out gray but got painted hot pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steeds
horses
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Their horse-bit hardware gives them an upscale look that pairs well with work and casual outfits alike.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Visitors can attend shows for cattle, swine, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys and poultry.—
Brayden Garcia
January 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Steeds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steeds. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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