Pronunciation: /biːst ʌv ˈbɜːrdən/
noun a domestic animal, such as an ox or horse, used for carrying heavy loads or doing other heavy work
A1 A donkey is a type of beast of burden that is commonly used to carry heavy loads.
A2 In some cultures, camels are considered to be beasts of burden because they are used to transport goods across the desert.
B1 Farmers in rural areas often rely on oxen as beasts of burden to plow fields and carry crops.
B2 Historically, elephants have been used as beasts of burden in various parts of Asia for their strength and ability to carry heavy loads.
C1 Pack mules have been essential beasts of burden in mountainous regions for centuries, carrying supplies to remote areas.
C2 The use of horses as beasts of burden played a crucial role in the development of trade routes and transportation networks in ancient civilizations.
formal The donkey is often referred to as a beast of burden due to its ability to carry heavy loads.
informal My dad calls our old pickup truck the beast of burden because it's always hauling stuff around.
slang I can't believe you're still using that old laptop, it's like a beast of burden compared to the new models.
figurative In some cultures, women are seen as the traditional beast of burden, expected to carry the weight of household responsibilities.
beasts of burden
more burdensome beast
most burdensome beast
is a beast of burden
will be a beast of burden
has been a beast of burden
is being a beast of burden
beast of burden
very burdensome beast
to be a beast of burden
being a beast of burden
a burdened beast