How to Pronounce "warhorse"
word
ˈwɔrˌhɔrs
WAR-horss
wˈɔːhɔːs
WAW-hawss
Definition
A warhorse is a horse trained for battle. The word is also used for a person who has a lot of experience, especially someone respected for their reliability or toughness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔrˌhɔrs
British English
wˈɔːhɔːs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAR-horss
UK
WAW-hawss
Listen in Context
The knight rode into battle on his loyal warhorse.
The old general is a real warhorse; he has seen many battles.
The musician is a warhorse of the jazz scene.
After thirty years in politics, she's a real warhorse.