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eques·tri·an
I. \ə̇ˈkwestrēən, ēˈ-, eˈ-\ adjective
Etymology: Latin equestr-, equester of a horseman, of an eques (from eques) + English -ian
1.
a. : of, relating to, or featuring horseback riding
b. archaic : riding on horseback : mounted
c. : representing a person on horseback
< an equestrian statue >
< equestrian portrait >
< equestrian seal as the reverse of his heraldic seal >
2. : of, relating to, or composed of knights : knightly
< a 14th century book of Spanish equestrian arms >
II. noun
(-s)
: one who rides on horseback : horseman, rider; specifically : an equestrian acrobat |