warhorse
n 1: a work of art (composition or drama) that is part of the
standard repertory but has become hackneyed from much
repetition
2: an experienced person who has been through many battles;
someone who has given long service [syn: {veteran}, {old-
timer}, {oldtimer}, {old hand}, {warhorse}, {old stager},
{stager}]
3: horse used in war