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Clydesdale

Clydesdale

7.1
A large strong horse with long hair on its lower legs used for pulling heavy loads
  • noun
  • /ˈklaɪdzˌdeɪl/
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  • Clydesdales are often used in parades due to their impressive size and gentle temperament.

There's a difference between a Clydesdale, you know, a mule, you know, and a thoroughbred.

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Examples

  • There's a difference between a Clydesdale, you know, a mule, you know, and a thoroughbred.

    Dr. Josh Axe

  • And then she would have said, I have a Clydesdale, and both of them equal a lot of pounds.

  • I mean, I think it's savage as hell to be hammering a a piece of metal into a Clydesdale, but if it helps him, then I think it's beautiful.

    Theo Von

  • The farmer proudly displayed his Clydesdale at the county fair, showcasing its powerful build.

  • After years of training, the Clydesdale was ready to pull heavy loads on the farm.

Compounds

Clydesdale terrier
9.9

A small dog with upright ears and long silky hair bred in Scotland

How Strong

Clydesdale
7.1
Percheron
1 9.6
workhorse
1 3.4
riding horse
1 2.3
pony
  • Jargon
18 7.2

Surface Forms

Clydesdale singular
Clydesdales plural

Etymology

Clydesdale comes from the River Clyde plus -dale, which means 'valley'. It was the name of the Scottish valley where this big working horse came from, so the breed is simply named after that place.