🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

驮马

Pronunciation / Transliteration: tuó mǎ

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Sumpter-horse/ˈsʌmp.tər hɔːrs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"驮马在长途旅行中非常重要。"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A horse used for carrying loads or baggage, especially in a pack train.

    "The caravan relied on sumpter-horses to transport goods across the rugged terrain."
  2. 2

    A horse trained specifically for carrying burdens rather than for riding.

    "In ancient times, sumpter-horses were essential for long journeys, providing vital support to travelers."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'sumpter-horse' originates from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'somptier', which means 'to carry'. It historically referred to horses used for carrying loads, especially in trade and transport, evolving from a practical necessity in agrarian societies to a more specialized term in equestrian contexts.

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