beast of burden

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A draft animal, a pack animal such as a donkey, mule, llama, camel, horse, or ox, that carries or pulls a load for the benefit of a human.
  2. Any domesticated animal trained to perform tasks for humans, such as a herding dog or trained falcon.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

beast of burden beasts of burden

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