Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun warhorse
3 senses of warhorse
Sense 1
warhorse -- (a work of art (composition or drama) that is part of the standard repertory but has become hackneyed from much repetition)
=> work of art -- (art that is a product of one of the fine arts (especially a painting or sculpture of artistic merit))
Sense 2
veteran, old-timer, oldtimer, old hand, warhorse, old stager, stager -- (an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service)
=> expert -- (a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully)
Sense 3
warhorse -- (horse used in war)
=> saddle horse, riding horse, mount -- (a lightweight horse kept for riding only)