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Thoroughbreed (noun) means a breed with a pure, unmixed lineage.

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A breed with a pure, unmixed lineage.

"Ellerslie is the most noted of modern Virginia thoroughbreed breeding establishments, and Eon, who was bred there, is one of the grandest looking thoroughbred stallions ever stripped." — The Southern Planter (1903)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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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Etymology

Formed from thorough and breed.

Rhymes for thoroughbreed

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"thoroughbreed" (noun) means a breed with a pure, unmixed lineage.