Workhorse — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈwərk-ˌhȯrs/ work·horse

Meaning & Definition of Workhorse

Workhorse (noun)

  1. a horse used chiefly for labor as distinguished from driving, riding, or racing
  2. a person who performs most of the work of a group task
  3. a hardworking person

Workhorse (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in warhorse, charger

    similar: charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, bronco, mustang, pony, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, cob, dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equid, equine, horse, nag, steed

  2. as in worker, grunt

    similar: dogsbody (chiefly British), drone, drudge, drudger, foot soldier, grub, grubber, grunt, laborer, peon, plugger, slave, slogger, toiler, worker, serf
    opposite: goldbrick, shirker, idler, lazybones, loafer, slouch, slug, sluggard

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Workhorse

The most common words with a similar meaning to Workhorse:

Chiefly British: dogsbody
charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, bronco, mustang, pony, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, cob, dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equid

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Workhorse

Words with the opposite meaning of Workhorse:

goldbrick, shirker, idler, lazybones, loafer, slouch, slug, sluggard

Origin & Etymology of Workhorse

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Workhorse

What does "Workhorse" mean?

"Workhorse" means a horse used chiefly for labor as distinguished from driving, riding, or racing. As a noun, it is defined as: a horse used chiefly for labor as distinguished from driving, riding, or racing. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Workhorse"?

Other words for "Workhorse" include charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney and mount. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Workhorse" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Workhorse"?

There are 60 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Workhorse". Common alternatives include charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse and prancer.

What is the opposite of "Workhorse"?

Antonyms of "Workhorse" include goldbrick, shirker, idler, lazybones, loafer, slouch, slug and sluggard.

Is "Workhorse" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Workhorse" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Workhorse"?

"Workhorse" is pronounced /ˈwərk-ˌhȯrs/ and divided into syllables as work·horse.

What is the origin of the word "Workhorse"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Workhorse" meaning "as in warhorse, charger"?

When "Workhorse" (noun) means as in warhorse, charger, synonyms include charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper and hack.