warhorse in German

warhorse in German is Kampfross, Schlachtross, Streitross — warhorse means any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armoured knight.

warhorse in German

Kampfross

noun

(historical, military) Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armoured knight.

Schlachtross

noun

(historical, military) Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armoured knight.

Streitross

noun

(historical, military) Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armoured knight.

Haudegen

noun

(figurative, informal) An experienced person who has been through many battles, situations or contests; someone who has given long service.

Kämpe

noun

(figurative, informal) An experienced person who has been through many battles, situations or contests; someone who has given long service.

Bühnenklassiker

noun

(theater, music) A regularly revived theatrical or musical work, as with Hamlet or a Beethoven symphony, or as excerpts thereto. May imply that the work in question has become hackneyed.

Dauerbrenner

noun

(theater, music) A regularly revived theatrical or musical work, as with Hamlet or a Beethoven symphony, or as excerpts thereto. May imply that the work in question has become hackneyed.

What does "warhorse" mean?

noun Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armoured knight.
noun An experienced person who has been through many battles, situations or contests; someone who has given long service.
noun A regularly revived theatrical or musical work, as with Hamlet or a Beethoven symphony, or as excerpts thereto. May imply that the work in question has become hackneyed.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "warhorse" in German?

"warhorse" in German is Kampfross, Schlachtross, Streitross. warhorse means: Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armoured knight.

Are there other ways to say "warhorse" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "warhorse": Kampfross, Schlachtross, Streitross, Haudegen, Kämpe, Bühnenklassiker.

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