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SHOWMAN [2 records]

Record 1 2005-02-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Horse Husbandry
DEF

A draft horse of an exceptional powerful breed, originating from Scotland.

CONT

The Clydesdale is something of a showman. Its high-stepping action calls attention to the clumps of hair, called feathers, adorning its fetlocks. Millions of Americans know the breed because of the famous Budweiser team which draws beer wagon in television commercials and on personal appearances in parades and fairs across the country.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Élevage des chevaux
DEF

Race de trait, d'origine écossaise.

CONT

La robustesse du Clydesdale, son pas exceptionnellement long et sa docilité lui ont permis de faire longtemps concurrence à la motorisation et d'apparaître encore dans les rues des villes attelé à de grosses voitures servant à la distribution de la bière et des boissons.

OBS

Il est grand et cylindrique, ses membres sont garnis d'une sorte de longue laine fine et mousseuse. La tête est expressive, les allures actives.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Cría de ganado caballar
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Record 2 1975-03-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Performing Arts (General)
OBS

--the art or skill of a showman : the capacity for effective or spectacular display esp. in the theater.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Arts du spectacle (Généralités)
OBS

--art du réalisateur ou du metteur en scène qui sait faire passer la rampe ou le micro à un spectacle.

Spanish

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