steed

[ steed ]

noun

1. a horse, especially a high-spirited one.

steed

/ stiːd /

noun

1. archaic.
   a horse, esp one that is spirited or swift

Other Words From

• steedlike adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of steed¹

before 900; Middle English stēde, Old English stēda stallion; akin to stōd stud ²; compare German Stute

Word History and Origins

Origin of steed¹

Old English stēda stallion; related to German Stute female horse; see stud ²

Example Sentences

“My mighty steed, Rostam, held fast, indifferent to all danger. Monkey was terrified, of course. He pulled at his robe sleeves and snarled at the curious troll children.”

From Literature

The gentlemen, booted and spurred, on stamping steeds.

From Literature

The Army also confirmed that the three soldiers thrown from their steeds and hospitalized with injuries “are expected to recover and return to duty.”

From Seattle Times

Three soldiers thrown from their steeds were hospitalized with injuries, but were expected to fully recover and return to duty.

From Seattle Times

It’s a galloping steed of a ride to go on.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• colt
• filly
• mare
• stallion