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)

Examples of riding in a Sentence

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Through a blend of high-power performance, intelligent design, and terrain-adaptive engineering, the brand addresses core user frustrations while elevating the overall riding experience. Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025 Best suited for lower-intermediate to advanced riders, the Altai offers an ideal blend of comfort, control, and affordability for everyday all-mountain riding. Outside, 21 Oct. 2025 Most riding and walk-behind mowers can shred leaves into fine pieces that break down quickly, helping to fertilize your soil naturally. Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Oct. 2025 The front seat passenger is in critical condition, and the one riding in the left rear seat is in serious condition, Becchina said. Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 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 31 Oct. 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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