Meaning
thoroughbred, purebred
- A thoroughbred horse or purebred animal.
- A person of refined skill or distinguished lineage (figurative).
In a sentence
L'allevatore ha acquistato un purosangue da corsa a un'asta importante.
The breeder bought a thoroughbred racehorse at a major auction.
I purosangue della scuderia si allenano ogni mattina all'ippodromo.
The stable's thoroughbreds train every morning at the racetrack.
Quel giovane pianista è un vero purosangue della musica classica.
That young pianist is a true natural thoroughbred of classical music.
Word forms (3)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| purosangue | masculine · singular |
| purosangue | masculine · plural |
| purosangue | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Invariable in the plural when used as a noun ('i purosangue'). Can also be used as an invariable adjective.