Clydesdale

[ klahydz-deyl ]

noun

1. one of a Scottish breed of strong, hardy draft horses, having a feathering of long hairs along the backs of the legs.

Clydesdale

/ ˈklaɪdzˌdeɪl /

noun

1. a heavy powerful breed of carthorse, originally from Scotland

Word History and Origins

Origin of Clydesdale¹

First recorded in 1780–90; after Clydesdale, Scotland

Example Sentences

Matlock caught two touchdown passes at Boise State in the team’s Clydesdale package that features multiple defensive linemen on offense, and now he’s more than an occasional goal-line gimmick.

From Los Angeles Times

I asked the equine squad for the breed of horses and one policewoman told me, “Percherons, with a few Clydesdales in the back.”

From Salon

The Teamsters union represents 5,000 Anheuser-Busch workers who brew and package beer and even take care of the company’s legendary Clydesdale horses.

From Seattle Times

The Clydesdales come out of retirement to pull a wagon of beer through the snow.

From New York Times

Some familiar favorites, like Budweiser’s Clydesdales, tap into nostalgia year after year.

From Seattle Times