war-horse


war·horse

also war-horse W0031400 (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.

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]