Steed/stiːd/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Literary Device Used for artistic effect in stories, not common in everyday language. The knight summoned his steed and prepared for the heroic quest. Pro Tip 2/3Historical Context Often found in old tales or historical texts, referring to horses in medieval settings. The squire cared for the noble steed with great dedication. Pro Tip 3/3Fantasy Genre Popular in fantasy novels or movies to describe mythical or specially regarded horses. The elf rode his gleaming steed through the enchanted forest.