equestrian

American  

[ih-kwes-tree-uhn] / ɪˈkwɛs tri ən /

adjective

1. of or relating to horseback riding or horseback riders.

   equestrian skill.

2. mounted on horseback.

   equestrian knights.

3. representing a person mounted on a horse.

   an equestrian statue.

4. pertaining to or composed of knights or mounted warriors.

   an equestrian code of honor.

5. of or relating to the ancient Roman equites.

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noun

1. a person who rides horses.

equestrian British  

/ ɪˈkwɛstrɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to horses and riding

2. on horseback; mounted

3. depicting or representing a person on horseback

   an equestrian statue

4. of, relating to, or composed of Roman equites

5. of, relating to, or composed of knights, esp the imperial free knights of the Holy Roman Empire

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noun

1. a person skilled in riding and horsemanship

Other Word Forms

• equestrianism noun
• nonequestrian adjective
• unequestrian adjective

Etymology

Origin of equestrian

1650–60; < Latin equestri ( s ) (compare eques horseman) + -an

Example Sentences

“Nestled in the heart of prestigious Sullivan Canyon, one of L.A.’s most revered equestrian enclaves, the residence is not only grand but extremely private and eclectic,” the listing notes.

From MarketWatch

“Private access to nature and equestrian adventures, plus world-famous ocean beaches and Village living, make this the ultimate dream home for relaxation and rejuvenation in the Hamptons for generations.”

From MarketWatch

Wilson turned a large equestrian arena on the property into a football field where he and his teammates have practiced in the off season, said listing agent Brian Guiltinan of The Guiltinan Group.

From The Wall Street Journal

Acting helped him afford horses, and he was a skilled equestrian.

From The Wall Street Journal

Jen Galvagna, head of trust, estates and tax at Bank of America, worked with a trust that specifically funded a child’s equestrian hobby.

From The Wall Street Journal