Saddle: meaning, definitions and examples

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saddle

[ ˈsædl ]

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riding equipment

A seat fastened on the back of a horse, typically made of leather and used by a rider.

Synonyms

riding pad, seat, stirrups

Examples of usage

The cowboy adjusted the saddle on the horse before riding.
She tightened the straps on the saddle to ensure it was secure.

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place something on a seat

To put a saddle on (a horse).

Synonyms

bridle, harness, tack

Examples of usage

He saddled the horse before heading out for a ride.
The young rider learned how to saddle the pony during horseback riding lessons.

Translations

Translations of the word "saddle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sela

🇮🇳 काठी

🇩🇪 Sattel

🇮🇩 pelana

🇺🇦 сідло

🇵🇱 siodło

🇯🇵 鞍 (kura)

🇫🇷 selle

🇪🇸 silla de montar

🇹🇷 eyer

🇰🇷 안장 (anjang)

🇸🇦 سرج (sarj)

🇨🇿 sedlo

🇸🇰 sedlo

🇨🇳 鞍 (ān)

🇸🇮 sedlo

🇮🇸 hnakkur

🇰🇿 ертоқым (ertoqym)

🇬🇪 საჭე (sache)

🇦🇿 eyer

🇲🇽 silla de montar

Word origin

The word 'saddle' originated from the Old English word 'sadol', which itself came from the Proto-Germanic 'sathulaz'. The concept of the saddle dates back to ancient times when humans first domesticated horses for riding. Saddles have evolved over the centuries, adapting to different riding styles and purposes.