Select the most more appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Rishabh's horse is of an excellent____.

breed

☀ stood: "Stood" is the past tense of the verb "stand." It refers to the act of being in an upright position on one's feet. However, this word does not fit well in the given sentence. It doesn't make sense to say that the horse is of an excellent "stood."

☀ breed: "Breed" is the most appropriate option here. In this context, "breed" refers to the specific type or lineage of the horse. It indicates the horse's origin, pedigree, and particular characteristics that are associated with its lineage.

☀ brood: "Brood" can refer to a group of young animals, especially birds, hatched at the same time and cared for together. It can also mean to think deeply about something in a worried or unhappy way. Neither of these meanings fits well in the sentence, which is about describing the quality of Rishabh's horse.

☀ stead: "Stead" means a place or position that someone or something should have, or the role that someone or something should have. It is not a suitable option in this context, as it doesn't convey the idea of describing the quality or characteristics of Rishabh's horse.