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    Selle (en. Saddle)

    [sɛl]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Leather or synthetic material seat attached to the back of a horse or donkey for riding.
    The rider cleaned his saddle before the ride.
    Le cavalier a nettoyé sa selle avant la balade.
    Part of the tack that supports the rider.
    She adjusted the saddle on the horse's back.
    Elle a ajusté la selle sur le dos du cheval.
    Motorcycle, bicycle, etc. saddle.
    He bought a new saddle for his bike.
    Il a acheté une nouvelle selle pour son vélo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sella', meaning 'seat'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    horse saddle
    Saddle specifically designed for horses.
    selle de cheval
    bicycle saddle
    Saddle designed for bicycles.
    selle de vélo

    Related Words

    rider
    Person who rides a horse.
    cavalier
    equestrianism
    Art of riding a horse.
    équitation
    tack
    The horse used for riding.
    monture

    Slang Meanings

    To have a saddle.
    He has a saddle that is too worn; he needs to change it.
    Il a une selle trop usée, il doit la changer.
    To be in the saddle.
    He is already in the saddle to go to the race.
    Il est déjà sur la selle pour aller à la course.