Surcingle: meaning, definitions and examples
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surcingle
[ ˈsɜːrsɪŋkəl ]
equestrian equipment
A surcingle is a type of strap that is used in equestrian settings. It is typically worn around the horse's body, above the girth and below the saddle. Surcingles are primarily employed to hold a saddle or other equipment in place, providing stability during riding or training sessions. They can also be used for lunging or in groundwork exercises. The design often includes multiple rings or attachments for connecting various training aids.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She adjusted the surcingle before mounting the horse.
- The trainer used a surcingle to secure the saddle during the lesson.
- He bought a new surcingle to aid in lunging exercises.
- The surcingle helped prevent the saddle from slipping.
Translations
Translations of the word "surcingle" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cinta de sela
🇮🇳 सजावट बेल्ट
🇩🇪 Sattelgurt
🇮🇩 sabuk pelana
🇺🇦 сідельний ремінь
🇵🇱 pas siodłowy
🇯🇵 サドルベルト
🇫🇷 sangle de selle
🇪🇸 cincha de silla
🇹🇷 sırt askısı
🇰🇷 안장 벨트
🇸🇦 حزام السرج
🇨🇿 sedlový popruh
🇸🇰 sedlový popruh
🇨🇳 马鞍带
🇸🇮 saddle pas
🇮🇸 saddlbelt
🇰🇿 жорға белдігі
🇬🇪 საძრავის ქამარი
🇦🇿 sadal kəməri
🇲🇽 cincha de silla
Etymology
The term 'surcingle' has its origins in the late Middle English period, derived from the word 'cyngele' which referred to a strap. This term itself traces back to Old French 'surling' and ultimately to Latin roots. The Latin 'cingulum' meaning 'a girdle or belt' is closely related, referencing the function of cinching or fastening that a surcingle serves. The prefix 'sur-' indicates 'over' or 'above', highlighting its positioning on the horse. As equestrian practices evolved over centuries, so did the design and use of surcingles, adapting to various training methods and increasing in importance as horses became integral to transportation and agriculture.