Definition

A type of vehicle designed specifically for carrying horses.

Example

The horsebox was parked near the stables, ready for the competition.

Conversation

Did you see that horsebox parked outside the stable yesterday?

Yeah, I wonder who it belongs to.

I heard it's for transporting racehorses to the competition.

That makes sense! I hope they do well.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Horsebox → The word is formed from "horse" (from Old English "hors", meaning a domesticated animal used for riding or work) and "box" (from Old French "boce", meaning a container or enclosure). A horsebox is essentially a container or vehicle designed to transport horses.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'horse' as the animal being transported and a 'box' as the container for that transport. This helps you remember that a horsebox is a vehicle specifically for carrying horses.

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