saddle seat
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of saddle seat
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Velazquez, after all, had a saddle seat for a two-horse duel.
From Washington Post • Sep. 5, 2020
In terms of style, whereas the previous owner practiced saddle seat, DuKate’s expertise is in eventing.
From Washington Times • May 16, 2016
It was a constant sight to see some of the boys carrying a new-born calf across the saddle seat, followed by the mother, until camp or the wagon was reached.
From Reed Anthony, Cowman by Adams, Andy
His sleep over, he had discovered that the saddle seat felt hard to his cheek.
From Square Deal Sanderson by Seltzer, Charles Alden
She had swung down on the other side of the horse, and her glance at him across the saddle seat was like a rapier thrust.
From A Texas Ranger by Raine, William MacLeod
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