Meaning & use
Thoroughbred
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A horse of a breed developed for racing, known for its speed, spirit, and pure pedigree; also used figuratively for a person or thing of excellent, pure quality.
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The thoroughbred crossed the finish line half a length ahead of the field.
She handled the negotiation like a thoroughbred professional, calm and precise.
A note on using this word
Capitalized as 'Thoroughbred,' it refers to a specific horse breed originating in 17th- and 18th-century England.
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mongrelmixed-breed
Another way to use it
2. adjective
Of pure or excellent breeding or quality.
He drives a thoroughbred sports car built for pure performance.
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