equestrienne

[ ih-kwes-tree-en ]

noun

1. a woman who rides horses.

equestrienne

/ ɪˌkwɛstrɪˈɛn /

noun

1. a female rider on horseback, esp one in a circus who performs acrobatics

Gender Note

See -enne.

Word History and Origins

Origin of equestrienne¹

First recorded in 1860–65; equestri(an) + -enne

Example Sentences

You would not offer such an impertinence to an equestrienne, and you must remember that a "wheel" is only a metal horse.

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Soft, rich cylinder about one inch thick made in the town of Banbury, famous for its spicy, citrus-peel buns and its equestrienne.

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The equestrienne talked thus volubly as she led the way to the ante-room, her new acquaintance stumbling after her.

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"Your horse needs exercise," said Henri to the equestrienne.

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The sub-deacon offered the equestrienne a flask sealed with blue wax.

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