Bred from the best blood through a long line; pure-blooded; -- said of stock, as horses. Hence, having the characteristics of such breeding; mettlesome; courageous; of elegant form, or the like.

A thoroughbred animal, especially a horse.

The breed of horse registered with the Jockey Club. Not meant to be used as a synonym for purebred. All individuals can trace ancestry back to one of five Arabian stallions.

Breed of horse, originating in England, used as a race horse and also to add refinement to other breeds of horse.