Riding: meaning, definitions and examples

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riding

[ ˈraɪdɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb

^{Context #1 | Noun}

outdoor activity

The sport or activity of riding on horses, bicycles, motorcycles, etc.

Synonyms

cycling, horseback riding, motorcycling.

Examples of usage

She enjoys horseback riding on weekends.
He decided to take up mountain biking for a new challenge.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

public transportation

The act of traveling in a vehicle or on a bicycle, motorcycle, etc.

Synonyms

commuting, transport, traveling.

Examples of usage

She takes the bus to work every day.
He prefers riding his motorcycle to work for a faster commute.

^{Context #3 | Verb}

controlling a vehicle

To sit on and control the movement of an animal, bicycle, motorcycle, etc.

Synonyms

drive, operate, pilot.

Examples of usage

She rode the horse through the field.
He rides his bike to the park every afternoon.

Translations

Translations of the word "riding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 montando

andar a cavalo
condução

🇮🇳 घुड़सवारी

🇩🇪 Reiten

🇮🇩 menunggang

🇺🇦 їзда

🇵🇱 jazda

🇯🇵 乗馬

🇫🇷 équitation

🇪🇸 montar

🇹🇷 binmek

🇰🇷 타기

🇸🇦 ركوب

🇨🇿 jízda

🇸🇰 jazda

🇨🇳 骑马

🇸🇮 jahanje

🇮🇸 reið

🇰🇿 атқа міну

🇬🇪 საშუალო

🇦🇿 minmək

🇲🇽 montar

Etymology

The word 'riding' has Old English origins, derived from the word 'ridan' meaning 'to sit or be carried on something'. Originally, it referred to the action of sitting on a horse or other animal for travel. Over time, the term expanded to include the activity of riding bicycles, motorcycles, and other vehicles. It has become a common term used in various contexts related to transportation and outdoor activities.

See also: override, overriding, ride, rider, riders.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,609, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.

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4606 gradual
4607 bold
4608 strengthen
4609 riding
4610 giant
4611 rental
4612 useless
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