riding

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the sport of siting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
  2. noun travel by being carried on horseback
  3. verb sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

Etymology

From Middle English rydyng; equivalent to ride + -ing.

Synonyms

horseback riding, equitation

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