Packhorse (noun)

1. A horse used for carrying goods or packages, especially in mountainous or rural areas where other transportation is difficult.
2. A horse trained to carry goods or packages.

Origin:

From the old english 'pacche' meaning 'a burden' and 'hors' meaning 'horse'. the term was first used in the late 15th century to refer to a horse used for carrying goods or packages.

Examples:

1. The packhorse was a reliable means of transportation in the rugged terrain of the mountains.
2. The packhorse was essential for transporting goods and supplies to remote areas.
3. The packhorse was loaded with packages for delivery to the nearby village.
4. The packhorse was used by merchants and traders to transport goods over long distances.
5. The packhorse was trained to carry heavy loads and navigate steep and rocky trails.