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QUESTION:
How did the draft horse get its name?
B. M.
ANSWER:
The word “draft” is a corrupted spelling of “draught” [pronounced draft] which eventually found its way into common usage. It means “to drag, draw, or pull along.”
A draft horse is one that has been bred for the weight and muscle power needed for pulling a wagon or other load.
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