horseback

American  

[hawrs-bak] / ˈhɔrsˌbæk /

noun

1. the back of a horse.

2. Geology. a low, natural ridge of sand or gravel; an esker.

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adverb

1. on horseback.

   to ride horseback.

adjective

1. made or given in a casual or speculative way; approximate or offhand.

   a horseback estimate on the construction costs.

horseback British  

/ ˈhɔːsˌbæk /

noun

1. 1. a horse's back (esp in the phrase on horseback )

   2. ( as modifier )

      horseback riding

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Etymology

Origin of horseback

1350–1400; Middle English. See horse, back ¹

Example Sentences

“Exquisite and tranquil lands perfect for hiking, horseback riding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more,” the listing crowed.

From MarketWatch

Her doctors have warned that any new head injury would be fatal and insisted she give up horseback riding, she said in an interview from her home about 90 minutes from Charlotte, N.C.

From The Wall Street Journal

The practice sees an animal-based scent trail laid for dogs to follow rather than a real animal, while a group of hunters follows the pack on horseback.

From BBC

Giamela loved that he and his kids could try out mountain biking and horseback riding, and not be concerned about wasting money if a child didn’t like a particular activity.

From The Wall Street Journal

“This amazing property offers endless reserve views, horseback riding, a vegetable garden, all modern luxury amenities, and is adjacent to Balsam Farm and the magnificent Amagansett trail system,” it states.

From MarketWatch