Showjumper: meaning, definitions and examples
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showjumper
[ ˈʃoʊˌdʒʌmpər ]
sport
A showjumper is a person who competes in the sport of showjumping, where horse and rider must jump over a series of obstacles in a set order within a specified time.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The showjumper cleared the final jump with ease, securing a spot in the next round.
- Many showjumpers spend hours training with their horses to perfect their technique.
Translations
Translations of the word "showjumper" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cavaleiro de saltos
🇮🇳 शो जंपर
🇩🇪 Springreiter
🇮🇩 pelompat pertunjukan
🇺🇦 шоу-джампер
🇵🇱 skoczek pokazowy
🇯🇵 ショージャンパー
🇫🇷 cavalier de saut d'obstacles
🇪🇸 jinete de salto
🇹🇷 şov atlayıcısı
🇰🇷 쇼 점퍼
🇸🇦 فارسة عروض القفز
🇨🇿 parkurový jezdec
🇸🇰 parkúrový jazdec
🇨🇳 表演骑手
🇸🇮 prikazovalni skakalec
🇮🇸 sjávarstökkvari
🇰🇿 көрсетілім секіруші
🇬🇪 სანახაობრივი მხედარი
🇦🇿 göstəriş atçısı
🇲🇽 jinete de exhibición
Word origin
The term 'showjumper' originated in the late 19th century as the sport of showjumping gained popularity in Europe. It combines the words 'show' and 'jumper', referring to the display of skill and agility required by both the horse and rider in this competitive equestrian event. Showjumping has since become a widely recognized and respected sport around the world, with top showjumpers competing at prestigious events such as the Olympics and World Equestrian Games.
See also: show, showable, showbiz, showcase, showcased, showdown, showed, shower, showery, showily, showiness, showing, showman, showmanship, showmen, shown, showpiece, showroom, shows, showstopper, showup, showy.