equestrian
UK: ɪˈkwestriən | US: ɪˈkwestriən
adj. relating to horse riding or horseback riders
n. a person who rides horses, especially skillfully or professionally
equestrian = equestr<horse> + ian<relating to>
- equestr (from Latin equester, meaning "of a horseman" or "knightly," derived from equus "horse")
- ian (suffix forming adjectives/nouns, indicating "related to" or "person associated with")
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin equus (horse), reflecting its connection to horseback riding. Equestrian originally described Roman cavalry (equites), the aristocratic horse-riding class. Over time, it broadened to denote anything horse-related, especially skilled riding. The suffix -ian standardizes it as an adjective/noun in English.
She won a gold medal in the equestrian event at the Olympics.
The estate includes an equestrian center for training show jumpers.
His equestrian skills impressed the judges during the dressage competition.
The museum displayed ancient equestrian armor used by knights.
Equestrian sports require both discipline and a deep bond with the horse.