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war·horse
also war-horse (wôr′hôrs′)n.
1. A horse used in combat; a charger.
2. Informal A person who has been through many battles, struggles, or difficult experiences.
3. Informal A musical or dramatic work that has been performed so often that it has become widely familiar.
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war′-horse`
n.
1. a horse used in war; charger.
2. Informal. a veteran of many conflicts, as a soldier or politician.
3. Informal. a musical composition, play, etc., that has been seen, heard, or performed excessively.
[1645–55]
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