saddle

sad-dle · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A seat for a rider, fastened on the back of a horse or other animal.

  2. 2.

    A seat on a bicycle or motorcycle.

  3. 3.

    A cut of meat from the back of an animal.

  4. 4.

    [as verb]To put a saddle on; to burden with a task.

Forms

plural: saddles

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    in the saddle — In a position of control or authority.
  • •
    saddle up — To prepare to ride.

Related words

See also: bridle, horse, ride
Synonyms: seat

Etymology

From Old English sadol, from Proto-Germanic sadulaz, possibly from a PIE root meaning "to sit."