swayback

[ swey-bak ]

noun

1. an excessive downward curvature of the spinal column in the dorsal region, especially of horses.

adjective

1. swaybacked.

Word History and Origins

Origin of swayback¹

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70; sway + back ¹

Example Sentences

A man well advanced in years dismounted from a swayback horse at the gate, threw a plow point on the ground and came forward.

From Project Gutenberg

So I arose and deposited myself again and again on that old swayback but frolicsome wreck without waking.

From Project Gutenberg

It was a nuisance to have to keep an eye on the vicious heels of Baldy, the swayback gelding at his left—that was all.

From Project Gutenberg