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saddle sore


saddle sore

noun

Definition of SADDLE SORE

1
: a gall or open sore developing on the back of a horse at points of pressure from an ill-fitting or ill-adjusted saddle
2
: an irritation or sore on parts of the rider chafed by the saddle

First Known Use of SADDLE SORE

1946

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