dismount
verb (used without object)
to get off or alight from a horse, bicycle, etc.
dismounting
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present participleof dismount.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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After dismounting, legs jellied, we high-fived and plotted our next move.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
She had no hesitation on her jumps and delivered controlled spins before dismounting in style, with just a small hop when landing.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 8, 2023
“You can give yourselves a hand,” shouted Olfa Mazouz, dismounting on the sidewalk.
From Slate ● Mar. 30, 2023
Then — after dismounting — the rider will try to restrain it by tying three legs together, in as short a time as possible.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2022
The other gold cloaks were dismounting to stand beside their horses.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
