horseflesh

English

Alternative forms

• horse-flesh

Etymology

From horse +‎ flesh.

Noun

horseflesh (uncountable)

1. The flesh of a horse; horse meat.
2. Horses collectively, with reference to driving, riding, or racing.
3. A species of Bahama mahogany.

Adjective

horseflesh (comparative more horseflesh, superlative most horseflesh)

1. Of the colour of horseflesh; of a peculiar reddish-brown blee.