Pole Horse (Noun)
Meaning 1
The horse having a starting position next to the inside rail in a harness race.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pole horse, driven by John, took an early lead in the harness racing event.
- In the starting lineup, the pole horse was positioned next to the inside rail, giving it a slight advantage.
- The trainer carefully selected the pole horse for the big stakes race, hoping to capitalize on its favorable starting position.
- As the starting gate opened, the pole horse burst into a sprint, taking the lead and setting the pace for the rest of the field.
- The pole horse, with its inside track position, was able to conserve energy and make a strong move in the final stretch.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A draft horse harnessed alongside the shaft or pole of a vehicle.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.