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saddle

/ˈsædəl/

NOUN

1. A seat placed on an animal's back

A supportive seat or piece of equipment placed on the back of a horse or another animal for a rider or for carrying loads.

1.1. Riding equipment

A seat fitted to an animal's back to provide support and stability for a rider.

Synonyms

  • packsaddle
  • pillion

Examples

  • He expertly tightened the saddle on the horse's back.
  • As the cowboy rode across the open plain, his saddle creaked rhythmically.
  • The worn leather of the old saddle told tales of countless rides.
  • She tried to lift the heavy saddle onto the horse's back.
  • The rider adjusted the saddle straps for a more comfortable fit.

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NOUN

2. A seat on a bicycle or motorcycle

A seat designed for a person to sit on while riding a bicycle, motorcycle, or similar vehicle.

2.1. Bicycle and motorcycle seating

The supporting seat of a bicycle, motorcycle, or other two-wheeled vehicle.

Synonyms

  • seat

Related Words

  • saddlebag
  • handlebar
  • bicycle seat
  • pillion
  • motorcycle

NOUN

3. A low point between two hills

A low area or depression between two higher points along a ridge, often resembling the shape of a riding saddle.

3.1. Mountain passes and landforms

A low point along a mountain ridge connecting higher elevations, sometimes providing a route across the terrain.

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VERB

4. To put a saddle on an animal

To place and secure a saddle on the back of a horse or another riding animal.

4.1. Preparing an animal for riding

Fitting an animal with a saddle before riding or carrying a load.

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Antonyms

  • unsaddle

Related Words

  • bridle
  • mount
  • tack
  • stirrup
  • packsaddle

VERB

5. To get into a saddle

To mount or take a seated position on a saddle, especially when preparing to ride an animal.

5.1. Mounting a riding animal

Getting onto a horse or another riding animal and taking a position in its saddle.

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  • riding
  • horseback
  • equestrian
  • stirrup

VERB

6. To burden or encumber someone

To impose a responsibility, difficulty, or unwanted obligation on someone or something.

6.1. Imposing a burden or responsibility

Making someone responsible for an unwanted task, obligation, expense, or difficulty.

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