equestrian
2 synonyms for equestrian, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to horse riding.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
horseman
horseback rider
How to use equestrian
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
equestrian sport
equestrian centre
skilled equestrian
Etymology
From Latin equester, "of horsemen," from equus ("horse").
Full origin of equestrian →Frequently asked questions
What does “equestrian” mean?
The word “equestrian” means relating to horse riding. In plain terms, to do with horse riding, or a horse rider.
How do you pronounce “equestrian”?
“Equestrian” is pronounced ih-KWEHS-tree-uhn (/ɪˈkwɛs.tri.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “equestrian” in a sentence?
Here is “equestrian” used in a sentence: “She won a medal in the equestrian events at the Olympics.”
What part of speech is “equestrian”?
Depending on how it is used, “equestrian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “equestrian” come from?
The word “equestrian” comes from Latin. From Latin equester, "of horsemen," from equus ("horse").
Is “equestrian” a common word?
“Equestrian” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “equestrian” have?
“Equestrian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to horse riding.
