riding habit

noun

1. habit.

riding habit

noun

1. a woman's dress worn for riding, usually with a full or a divided skirt

Word History and Origins

Origin of riding habit¹

First recorded in 1660–70

Example Sentences

Customers can take a short quiz, with questions about their height, weight, and riding habits, to get a handful of results best suited to their lifestyle.

From The Verge

Women’s riding habits were made by gentlemen’s tailors, so we decided to follow that line, and we used notions of men’s period tailing.

From Los Angeles Times

Picture the app, which knows your location and also — if you use it frequently — your riding habits, recommending a local coffee shop.

From Seattle Times

No, I don't plan to change my riding habits.

From Washington Post

A portrait of the real Lady Worsley, in which she wears a striking red riding habit, hangs in Harewood House in Yorkshire.

From BBC