What does equestrian mean?
Equestrian means Of horseback riding or horseback riders..
Equestrian
/ɪˈkwɛs.tri.ən/ · adjective
Meaning
Of horseback riding or horseback riders..
Definitions by Sense
- Of horseback riding or horseback riders.
- (historical) Of or relating to the ancient Roman class of equites.
- One who rides a horse.
- (historical) Synonym of eques.
Example Sentences
They were an equestrian people.
After his death an equestrian statue was erected.
The society of colonial Spanish-America was one of the most equestrian in all history, and, to a very great extent, its existence depended on the adaptability of the Old World horse to New World conditions.
Synonyms for equestrian
Antonyms for equestrian
Related Words
Word Forms
- more equestrian
- most equestrian
- equestrians
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for equestrian?
Common synonyms include horseman, horserider, eques, horseback rider.
What is the opposite of equestrian?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use equestrian in a sentence?
They were an equestrian people.
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