horse rake
Americannoun
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a large-wheeled rake drawn by a horse.
Etymology
Origin of horse rake
An Americanism dating back to 1810–20
Example Sentences
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Then there was a mower, and horse rake.
From The Law-Breakers by Cullum, Ridgwell
Inside of a year I was actin' postmistress, had full charge of the drygoods side, did all the grocery buyin', and was agent for a horse rake and mower concern.
From Shorty McCabe on the Job by Ford, Sewell
I remember the first wire-toothed horse rake with its two handles, which when the day was hot and the grass heavy nearly killed both man and horse.
From My Boyhood by Burroughs, John
See friend Turner, mounted on the wheeled horse rake, riding about as if for pleasure.
From School Reading by Grades Sixth Year by Baldwin, James
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