Meaning & Definition of word "Saddled"

Saddled

/ˈsæd.əld/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of saddle; to place a saddle on (a horse or similar animal).
    • Example: She saddled the horse before the morning ride.
  • 2. To burden or load someone with a responsibility or obligation.
    • Example: He felt saddled with the extra duties after his coworker left.
  • 3. To be encumbered by a difficult situation or task.
    • Example: The project saddled them with unexpected challenges.

Etymology

From Middle English 'sad(e)le', from Old English 'sadol', related to 'saddle'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

saddle up:

To prepare for action or to get ready to start a journey.

saddle with responsibility:

To impose a responsibility or burden on someone.

Related Words

saddle:

A seat fastened on the back of an animal, typically a horse.

saddler:

A person who makes or repairs saddles.

Slang Meanings of saddled

Meaning: To be put in a difficult situation.

Example Sentence: After the layoffs, I feel saddled with more work than I can handle.

Meaning: To have a heavy burden or obligation.

Example Sentence: He feels saddled with family expectations.