beast of burden



beast of burden

A domesticated animal used by humans to carry or pull heavy loads. Camels have been used by people as beasts of burden for thousands of years because of their size, strength, and ability to travel long distances with minimal need for food and water.
See also: beast, burden, of

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Gol-Persian
KarolÍNa-Czech
Parvaneh-Persian
Doloresdo-LO-res (Spanish), də-LAWR-is (English)Spanish, English
Alazne-Basque
BlasBLAHSSpanish