warhorse

  1. Noun.  (historical) Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armored knight.
  2. Noun.  (theater) , (music) A regularly revived theatrical or musical work, as with ''Hamlet'' or a Beethoven symphony, or as excerpts thereto. May imply that the work in question has become hackneyed.
  3. Noun.  An experienced person who has been through many battles, situations or contests; someone who has given long service.

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