stirrup
2 synonyms for stirrup, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A loop or ring hanging from a saddle that a rider rests a foot in while mounting or riding a horse.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
stapes
stirrup iron
How to use stirrup
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
put a foot in the stirrup
stirrup leather
stirrup bone
Etymology
From Old English stigrap, literally "climbing rope" — combining a word related to "ascend" with "rope."
Full origin of stirrup →Frequently asked questions
What does “stirrup” mean?
The word “stirrup” means a loop or ring hanging from a saddle that a rider rests a foot in while mounting or riding a horse. In plain terms, the foot support that hangs from a horse saddle — or, by shape, the tiny stirrup-shaped bone in the ear.
How do you pronounce “stirrup”?
“Stirrup” is pronounced STIH-ruhp (/ˈstɝ.əp/ in IPA).
How do you use “stirrup” in a sentence?
Here is “stirrup” used in a sentence: “She adjusted the stirrups before climbing into the saddle.”
What part of speech is “stirrup”?
“Stirrup” is a noun.
Where does the word “stirrup” come from?
The word “stirrup” comes from Old English. From Old English stigrap, literally "climbing rope" — combining a word related to "ascend" with "rope.".
How many meanings does “stirrup” have?
“Stirrup” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a loop or ring hanging from a saddle that a rider rests a foot in while mounting or riding a horse.
