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 Andy Adams
For himself, he kept oversight over the progress from the saddle seat of a fine horse that he possessed.
From The Story of the Rome, Watertown, and Ogdensburg RailRoad by Edward Hungerford
At the same time the Houssa corporal, who stood by the tripod of the starboard gun, sat down on the little saddle seat of it with his thumb on the control.
From Sanders of the River by Edgar Wallace
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