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horsemanship

American  
[hawrs-muhn-ship] / ˈhɔrs mənˌʃɪp /

noun

  1. the art, ability, skill, or manner of a horseman.

  2. equitation.


horsemanship British  
/ ˈhɔːsmənˌʃɪp /

noun

  1. the art of riding on horseback

  2. skill in riding horses

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Etymology

Origin of horsemanship

First recorded in 1555–65; horseman + -ship

Example Sentences

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In “Yellowstone,” he plays a cowboy whose horsemanship wows model Bella Hadid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

This Black-led nonprofit uses horsemanship to teach underserved youths real-world skills — from ethical animal care to farming, carpentry and mechanical trades.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2025

Kidding aside, horsemanship is a celebrated part of tribes’ history.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 27, 2023

More than 1,400 soldiers will parade, with 200 horses and hundreds of army musicians taking part in a ceremony marked by military precision, horsemanship and fanfare.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2022

In 1937 Bing joined forces with Howard’s polo-playing son Lin to form the Binglin Stock Farm, hoping that Lin’s considerable horsemanship could turn his luck around.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand