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Definition of high-riding in English: high-ridingadjective ˌhʌɪˈrʌɪdɪŋ 1That rides or travels high in the sky, water, etc. 2Of a (motor) vehicle: that sits high off the ground; that is a high rider. 3Arrogant; overbearing, superior. Compare to mount (also ride) the high horse. 4Successful; high-flying. Compare to ride high.
Origin Mid 18th century. From high + either riding or riding, present participle of ride. Definition of high-riding in US English: high-ridingadjectiveˌhʌɪˈrʌɪdɪŋ 1That rides or travels high in the sky, water, etc. 2Of a (motor) vehicle: that sits high off the ground; that is a high rider. 3Arrogant; overbearing, superior. Compare to mount (also ride) the high horse. 4Successful; high-flying. Compare to ride high.
Origin Mid 18th century. From high + either riding or riding, present participle of ride. |