"posthorse" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: posthorses [plural]
Etymology: From post + horse. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|post|horse}} post + horse Head templates: {{en-noun}} posthorse (plural posthorses)
  1. A horse ridden by a postrider to carry mail. Categories (lifeform): Horses Synonyms: post horse, post-horse

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Alternative forms

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