horseback

1 of 3

noun

horse·​back ˈhȯrs-ˌbak How to pronounce horseback (audio)
: the back of a horse

horseback

2 of 3

adverb

: on horseback

horseback

3 of 3

adjective

: given without thorough consideration
a horseback opinion

Examples of horseback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Amenities: Pool, restaurants, bar, fitness center, spa, tennis courts, boutique Bonus Top: Ask the concierge about booking a horseback ride through the slopes of the pre-Alps at sunset. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2024 From walking down the historic Whiskey Row, named after the cluster of saloons which lined the streets, to taking a horseback ride or hike along the trails, Prescott will stir anyone's adventurous spirit. Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 19 Apr. 2024 The concierge curates an extensive menu of activities, from horseback riding to whale shark diving in La Paz to mezcal tasting in Caro’s cellar, and guests who book three nights have a complimentary helicopter ride included. Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2024 Dozens of officers from around the region took part in the horseback ride along the ocean in Huntington Beach. Heather McRea, Orange County Register, 8 Apr. 2024 The most popular activity is the horseback cattle drive. Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024 Finally, the five-day Ride and Recharge program allows riders to explore the nearby mountains and neighboring islands by horseback. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2024 Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve allows horseback riding on the beach and ATV tours through the dunes. Megan Wood, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2024 Among the blueprint’s short-term recommendations: Establishing a dedicated LMPD district for downtown with foot, bicycle and horseback patrols. Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 21 Mar. 2024
Adjective
Horseback riders share the trails with hikers at Brett Woods, a 185-acre conservation area. Lisa Prevost, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2017

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adverb

1727, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of horseback was in the 14th century

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“Horseback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/horseback. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

horseback

1 of 2 noun
horse·​back ˈhȯrs-ˌbak How to pronounce horseback (audio)
: the back of a horse

horseback

2 of 2 adverb
: on horseback

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