Equestrian

/ɪˈkwɛstriən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who rides horses, especially in competitions.

The equestrian competed in several show jumping events last summer.

A person who is skilled in horseback riding.

As an equestrian, she spent most of her weekends at the stable.

adjective

Relating to horseback riding or horses.

The equestrian event featured riders from around the world.

Of or relating to the art of riding horses.

She has an equestrian background, having trained in dressage for many years.

Late Latin 'equestrianus', from 'eques', meaning knight or horseman.

equestrian sports:

Sports that involve horse riding.

equestrian therapy:

Therapeutic activities involving horses.

Horse lover

She's such a pony person, always at the barn.

Rider

Did you see that rider jump the fence?