riding

1 of 3

noun (1)

rid·​ing ˈrī-diŋ How to pronounce riding (audio)
: the action or state of one that rides

riding

2 of 3

adjective

rid·​ing
1
: used for or when riding
a riding horse
riding boots
2
: operated by a rider
a riding mower

riding

3 of 3

noun (2)

ri·​ding ˈrī-diŋ How to pronounce riding (audio)
1
: one of the three administrative jurisdictions into which Yorkshire, England, was formerly divided
2
: an administrative jurisdiction or electoral district in a British dominion (such as Canada)

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The state also had the horses examined by Tufts Veterinary Field Service, which found that eight horses were not fit for riding and 18 horses required riding restrictions. Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2025 Five riding modes are offered, and the ebike can be tweaked to roll as a Class 1 or 2 (with a 20 mph top assist speed) or as a Class 3 (up to 28 mph/45 km/h). Paul Ridden may 07, New Atlas, 7 May 2025 These provinces are home to the majority of Canadians, and could give a good indication as to how different demographics and ridings nationwide have voted. Callum Sutherland, Time, 28 Apr. 2025 For equestrian enthusiasts, the property includes a 14-stall stable, indoor and outdoor riding arenas, six fenced paddocks, and grooms’ quarters. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for riding

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

Middle English -redying or trithing, alteration of Old English *thriding, from Old Norse thrithjungr third part, from thrithi third; akin to Old English thridda third — more at third entry 1

First Known Use

Noun (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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

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“Riding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riding. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

riding

adjective
rid·​ing
ˈrīd-iŋ
1
: used for or when riding
riding boots
2
: operated by a rider
a riding mower

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