saddlesore
Origin of saddlesore
1Other definitions for saddle sore (2 of 2)
an irritation or sore on a horse caused by the rubbing of a poorly adjusted saddle.
an irritation or sore on a rider caused by a saddle.
Origin of saddle sore
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How to use saddlesore in a sentence
Stiff and saddle-sore as he was, Eckstein leaped out of his chair with an oath.
Empire Builders | Francis LyndeHe had to feed the pony, comb out his mane and tail, give him a good grooming and do something about that saddle sore.
Ticktock and Jim | Keith RobertsonThe senator was saddle-sore as well as hungry, and his temper showed in his blood-shot eyes.
The Quirt | B.M. BowerBut Kenneth confessed to being saddle-sore, and begged for another day's respite.
Empire Builders | Francis LyndeHe just waddled along, swaying from side to side and making his rider saddle sore.
The Caves of Fear | John Blaine
British Dictionary definitions for saddle-sore
sore after riding a horse
(of a horse or rider) having sores caused by the chafing of the saddle
such a sore
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