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Caparison: meaning, definitions and examples

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caparison

 

[ kษ™หˆpษ›rษชsษ™n ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

horse equipment

A caparison is a decorative covering placed over a horse's saddle, often used for ceremonial purposes. This type of adornment can showcase intricate designs and materials, including rich fabrics and embellishments. Historically, caparisons have been used to signify rank or status among riders during parades or battles. They often reflect the culture and time period in which they are used, serving both practical and aesthetic functions.

Synonyms

horse covering, ornamental cover, saddle cloth

Examples of usage

  • The knight's horse was adorned with a beautifully embroidered caparison.
  • Caparisoned horses led the parade, attracting the crowd's attention.
  • The royal family often used lavish caparisons during state ceremonies.
Context #2 | Verb

adorn a horse

To caparison a horse means to dress it in decorative clothing or ornaments, typically for a special event or ceremony. This action involves placing a caparison over the horse's saddle, enhancing the visual appeal of the horse and rider. It is commonly associated with formal occasions and can also denote the horse's importance in a given context.

Synonyms

adorn, dress, embellish

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers caparisoned their steeds before the grand entrance.
  • During the festival, they caparisoned the horse with colorful fabrics.
  • To caparison a horse properly requires skill and attention to detail.

Translations

Translations of the word "caparison" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sela ornamental

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคœเคพเคตเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pferdedecke

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penutup kuda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะบั€ะธะฒะฐะปะพ ะดะปั ะบะพะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pokrycie dla konia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฆฌใฎ้ฃพใ‚Š

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท harnachement ornรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cubierta de caballo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผslemeli eyer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žฅ์‹์šฉ ๋ง์•ˆ์žฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒูŠู†ุฉ ุงู„ุฎูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ozdoba pro konฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ozdoba pre koลˆa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฌๅ…ท่ฃ…้ฅฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ okrasna sedla

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skraut fyrir hest

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั‚ ำ™ัˆะตะบะตะนั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜แƒก แƒ’แƒแƒคแƒแƒ แƒ›แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zษ™rif oturaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cubierta decorativa para caballo

Etymology

The word 'caparison' derives from the Middle French term 'caparisson', which referred to a covering or cloak for a horse. Its roots can be traced back to the Late Latin 'cappa', meaning 'cloak' or 'cape', emphasizing the concept of covering or adornment. Caparisons became more prominent during the medieval period when horses were essential to warfare and nobility. As their significance grew, so did the elaborate designs of the caparisons, representing rank, wealth, and fashion. Over time, the term evolved but retained its meaning related to horse attire and ornamentation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,810, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.