drum horse noun2 •(UK) A horse that carries a rider and two silver kettle drums in certain ceremonies of state.“Alexander,” The Life Guards' drum horse, kindly lent for the occasion, carried the 5th Lancer's silver kettle-drums draped with the 16th Lancer's drum banners. — 1963 •A breed of heavy riding horse with thick main and tail and abundant feathers starting at the knees and hocks.Inspections for licensing of stallions are the same for both the Drum Horse and Gypsy Cob. — 2009 formsdrum horses
