draught animal
nounUK /drɑːft ˈænɪməl/
US /dræft ˈænɪməl/
A draught animal is a strong animal that pulls heavy things like carts or plows.
The farmer used a draught animal to pull the plow across the field.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. An animal used for pulling loads in farming or transport.
Oxen are common draught animals in many countries.
3. A working animal trained to pull rather than carry.
The draught animal wore a heavy leather harness.
4. Any domesticated animal bred for pulling power.
Horses and mules served as draught animals on the frontier.