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warhorse

/ˈwɔːrhɔːrs/ /ˈwɔːrˌhɔːrs/

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noun

Caballo de guerra

Any horse used in horse-cavalry, but especially one bearing an armored knight.

Examples :

"The museum displayed a massive warhorse, clad in metal armor, next to the knight's suit. "

El museo exhibió un enorme caballo de guerra, cubierto con una armadura de metal, junto a la armadura del caballero.

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noun

Caballo de batalla, obra recurrente

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.

Examples :

""Every year, the school puts on 'The Nutcracker' ballet; it's a real warhorse that always draws a crowd, even though some students are tired of performing it." "

Cada año, la escuela presenta el ballet 'El Cascanueces'; es un verdadero caballo de batalla que siempre atrae al público, aunque algunos estudiantes están cansados de interpretarlo.

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noun

Veterano, persona experimentada

An experienced person who has been through many battles, situations or contests; someone who has given long service.

Examples :

"After 20 years of teaching, Mrs. Davies is a warhorse in the elementary school, known for her calm demeanor and ability to handle any classroom situation. "

Después de 20 años de enseñanza, la Sra. Davies es una veterana en la escuela primaria, conocida por su calma y su capacidad para manejar cualquier situación en el aula.

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