packhorse
/ˈpækˌhɔrs/
NOUN
1. A horse used as a pack animal
A horse trained or used to carry goods, supplies, or equipment on its back, especially during journeys over difficult terrain.
1.1. Horse carrying goods and supplies
A horse used to transport provisions, equipment, baggage, or merchandise by carrying loads secured to its back.
Synonyms
- pack animal
- beast of burden
- packhorse
- workhorse
Examples
- The explorers loaded their supplies onto a packhorse before crossing the mountains.
- A sturdy packhorse carried food and equipment along the remote trail.
Related Words
1.2. General riding or working horse
A horse regarded more broadly as a working or riding animal, although these terms do not necessarily imply that it carries loads.
Synonyms
Examples
- The old packhorse remained useful for carrying equipment around the farm.
- The travelers chose a reliable mount for their journey.