shire

• Nom désignant une ancienne subdivision administrative de l'Angleterre équivalant à un comté, ou une race britannique de grands chevaux de trait.

A noun referring to a former administrative district of England, equivalent to a county, or a British breed of large heavy draft horse.

1. B2formalbritish

   A former administrative district in England, equivalent to a county.

   Comté (division administrative historique)

   • Yorkshire is the largest shire in England.
   • He grew up in a quiet shire in the Midlands.
   • The shire system was used for local governance for centuries.

   Synonymescounty

2. Breed of horseB2formalbritish

   A British breed of large, heavy draft horse, known for its strength and gentle temperament.

   Cheval shire

   • The shire horse is often used for pulling heavy loads.
   • She owns a beautiful black shire named Duke.
   • Shire horses are famous for their feathered legs and calm nature.