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Workhorses

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noun

1.

a horse used for plowing, hauling, and other heavy labor, as distinguished from a riding horse, racehorse, etc.

2.

a person who works tirelessly at a task, assumes extra duties, etc.

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Origin:
1535–45; work + horse

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