polo
[noun]
a team sport played on horseback where players use mallets to hit a ball into the opposing team's goal
eventing
[noun]
a competitive equestrian sport that includes dressage, cross-country jumping, and show jumping phases
Ex:
dressage
[noun]
special moves that a horse is trained to perform by receiving particular commands or body signals from its rider or a competition in which these moves are done
Ex:
Riders
spend
years
training
in
dressage
to
achieve
the
fluidity
and
grace
required
for
top-level
competitions
.
flat racing
[noun]
the horse racing over level ground without obstacles
Ex:
The
track
conditions
were
optimal
for
flat racing
.
showjumping
[noun]
a competitive event where horse and rider navigate a series of obstacles
Ex:
He
trained
tirelessly
for
the
upcoming
showjumping
competition
.
endurance riding
[noun]
a competitive event where horse and rider cover long distances, typically 50 to 100 miles or more
Ex:
He
trained
rigorously
for
the
upcoming
endurance riding
competition
.
to rein
[verb]
to control or guide a horse using reins, which are straps or ropes attached to a bit in the horse's mouth
Ex:
The
rider
's
hands
were
steady
as
she
reined
her
horse
through
the
dressage
test
.
barrel racing
[noun]
a rodeo event where horse and rider race around barrels in a specific pattern
Ex:
Barrel racing
demands
precise
turns
and
quick
reflexes
from
both
horse
and
rider
.
rodeo
[noun]
an event where participants compete in various traditional Western riding activities
Ex:
She
trained
her
horse
for
months
leading
up to
the
rodeo
.
point-to-point
[noun]
a form of amateur horse racing over natural terrain between designated points
Ex:
gymkhana
[noun]
a competitive event where riders and horses participate in a series of speed and skill-based games or races
Ex:
He
trained
his
horse
specifically
for
the
gymkhana
competition
.
vaulting
[noun]
a discipline where gymnastic exercises are performed on the back of a moving horse
Ex:
vaulting horse
[noun]
a specially trained horse used in vaulting competitions
Ex:
Competitors
select
their
vaulting horse
based on
compatibility
and
skill
level
.
para equestrian
[noun]
a type of equestrian sports designed specifically for athletes with disabilities
Ex:
The
para equestrian
event
showcased
remarkable
skill
and
determination
.
puissance
[noun]
a high-jump competition in equestrian sports
Ex:
His
horse
displayed
incredible
puissance
as
it
effortlessly
cleared
the
obstacle
.
chaser
[noun]
a horse specifically trained and used for a race in which they must jump over a series of fences or obstacles
derby
[noun]
a horse race, typically for three-year-old horses
Ex:
Betting
on
the
derby
is
a
tradition
for
many
fans
.
filly
[noun]
a horse that is female and young, particularly one that is younger than four
Ex:
After
the
race
,
the
filly
was
carefully
checked
by
the
vet
for
any
injuries
.
horseback riding
[noun]
the activity or sport of riding on a horse
Ex:
Horseback riding
lessons
are
available
at
the
local
ranch
.
horse racing
[noun]
a sport in which riders race against each other with their horses
Ex:
He
won
a lot of
money
last
weekend
at
the
horse racing
track
.
yearling
[noun]
a young horse that is approximately one year old
Ex:
The
yearling
's
playful
antics
entertained
visitors
at
the
breeding
farm
.
steeplechaser
[noun]
a horse that competes in steeplechase races, which are long-distance horse races over varied terrain featuring obstacles such as hurdles and water jumps
Ex:
She
trained
tirelessly
to
prepare
her
steeplechaser
for
the
upcoming
race
.
stablemate
[noun]
a horse that shares a stable or a horse that is kept in the same stable as another
Ex:
The
trainer
believes
that
having
strong
stablemates
helps
improve
a
horse
's
performance
.
starting gate
[noun]
a mechanical device used at the beginning of horse races to ensure a fair start
Ex:
The
starting gate
ensures
a
controlled
and
fair
start
to
horse races
.
starting price
[noun]
the odds or price at which a horse or other competitor is valued at the start of a race or event, as determined by the bookmaker or betting exchange
Ex:
The
starting price
for
the
race
was
set
just
before
the
horses
lined up
at
the
starting gate
.
stayer
[noun]
a horse that excels in long-distance races, particularly those requiring stamina and endurance
Ex:
Stayers
are
valuable
assets
in
endurance
and
long-distance
competitions
.
novice
[noun]
a participant who is new to or inexperienced in competitive horse riding or handling
Ex:
She
was
awarded
a
ribbon
for
placing
third
among
the
novices
.
trifecta
[noun]
a bet in horse racing where the bettor must predict the first three horses to cross the finish line in exact order
Ex:
Winning
a
trifecta
requires
precise
knowledge
of
horse
performance
and
racing
conditions
.
post
[noun]
the starting or finishing point of a race, particularly a horse race, which is often marked by a pole or other vertical marker
trotter
[noun]
a horse bred or trained for harness racing, where horses race while pulling a two-wheeled cart
Ex:
She
trained
her
trotter
rigorously
for
the
upcoming
competition
.
to handicap
[verb]
to assign weights to horses in a race based on their perceived ability, in order to equalize their chances of winning
Ex:
The
committee
will
handicap
the
field
tomorrow
morning
.
to gamble
[verb]
to take part in games of chance or betting, involving money, hoping to win more in return
Ex:
to tip
[verb]
to predict or indicate on the likely success, outcome, or winner of something
Ex:
He
tipped
his
team
to
take
the
championship
.
harness racing
[noun]
a form of horse racing where horses pace while pulling a two-wheeled cart and guided by a driver
Ex:
The
history
of
harness racing
dates back
centuries
,
evolving
into
a
popular
sport
worldwide
.
steeplechase
[noun]
an athletic race, usually 3000 meters, run on a track with barriers and water jumps
Ex:
He
set
a
personal best
in
the
steeplechase
last
weekend
.