beast of burden /ˈbiːst əv ˈbɝdn̩/ noun3 •A domestic animal that performs heavy work for humans, such as carrying a load (on its body) or pulling a load (which trails behind). •Any domestic animal trained to perform other tasks for humans, such as a herding dog or trained falcon. •(figurative) A person who is mistreated by being inappropriately treated like a servant.Get it yourself. I'm not your beast of burden. formsbeasts of burden