noun
steed
steed
Steed (noun) means a horse, especially a spirited one used for riding, often in literary or poetic contexts. Example: “The knight mounted his steed and rode off toward the castle.”
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A horse, especially a spirited one used for riding, often in literary or poetic contexts.
"The knight mounted his steed and rode off toward the castle."
How to use steed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA poetic or old-fashioned word for a horse.
When to use it
Mostly used in literary, historical, or humorous contexts rather than everyday speech.
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Word forms
- Plural
- steeds
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Etymology
From Old English steda, "stallion" — related to a Germanic root meaning "herd of horses."
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What does “steed” mean?
The word “steed” means a horse, especially a spirited one used for riding, often in literary or poetic contexts. In plain terms, a poetic or old-fashioned word for a horse.
How do you pronounce “steed”?
“Steed” is pronounced steed (/stiːd/ in IPA).
How do you use “steed” in a sentence?
Here is “steed” used in a sentence: “The knight mounted his steed and rode off toward the castle.”
What part of speech is “steed”?
“Steed” is a noun.
Where does the word “steed” come from?
The word “steed” comes from Old English. From Old English steda, "stallion" — related to a Germanic root meaning "herd of horses.".
