A large, sturdy horse bred and trained to pull a dray or heavy load, valued for strength and calm temperament rather than speed.
Compound of 'dray' and 'horse'. Horse-breeding terminology for a specific type of working animal, distinct from riding horses or thoroughbreds.
Drayhorses are why certain horse breeds like Percherons and Shires were developed—they can pull incredible weights (up to a ton each), and a team of them could haul the weight of a modern truck.
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