saddlery

[ sad-luh-ree ]

noun

, plural sad·dler·ies.

1. saddles, harnesses, and other equipment for horses.
2. the work, business, or shop of a saddler.

saddlery

/ ˈsædlərɪ /

noun

1. saddles, harness, and other leather equipment for horses collectively
2. the business, work, or place of work of a saddler

Word History and Origins

Origin of saddlery¹

First recorded in 1400–50, saddlery is from the late Middle English word sadelerie. See saddler, -y ³

Example Sentences

In 1899, with a three hundred dollar investment, they opened a small saddlery and harness shop.

From The Daily Beast

One of my favorite Western stores, Big Bend Saddlery, is here too, just a quick drive up the highway.

From The Daily Beast

In Oregon he was for a time engaged in business on his own account, conducting a harness and saddlery establishment at The Dalles.

From Project Gutenberg

The evil of bearing and hame reins and ill-fitting saddlery.

From Project Gutenberg

The regiment which I joined was one of the medium cavalry, and my knowledge of saddlery stood me in good stead.

From Project Gutenberg

After supper he separated himself from his companions under pretext of cleaning his saddlery.

From Project Gutenberg

Cold work it was too in the early winter mornings to wash him down, groom him and keep the saddlery and accoutrements in order.

From Project Gutenberg