saddle seat

American  

noun

1. a chair seat having a double slope downward from a central ridge highest at the front.

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Etymology

Origin of saddle seat

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

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saddle seat

Velazquez, after all, had a saddle seat for a two-horse duel.

From Washington Post ● Sep. 5, 2020

In terms of style, whereas the previous owner practiced saddle seat, DuKate’s expertise is in eventing.

From Washington Times ● May 16, 2016

It was a constant sight to see some of the boys carrying a new-born calf across the saddle seat, followed by the mother, until camp or the wagon was reached.

From Reed Anthony, Cowman by Adams, Andy

Jest a kid, but lemme tell you When she warms a saddle seat On that outlaw bronc a-straddle She is one that can't be beat!

From Songs of the Cattle Trail and Cow Camp by Lomax, John Avery

I'd cry, And lightly fly Into my saddle seat; My rein I'd slack, My whip I'd crack— What music is so sweet?

From Captains of Industry or, Men of Business Who Did Something Besides Making Money by Parton, James