1
: used for or when riding
a riding horse
riding boots
2
: operated by a rider
a riding mower
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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Emilee Coblentz, Outside, 24 Nov. 2025
Confronted by the geopolitical challenge of a rising China in East Asia and pressed for resources to address issues at home, Washington has come to see ending European free-riding as a top strategic priority.
—Moritz S. Graefrath, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2025
As with its older siblings, the low-step aluminum main frame is connected to a tilting mechanism that keeps cargo steady while allowing for a more natural riding experience, particularly when cornering.
—New Atlas, 14 Nov. 2025
In addition to skiing, there's no shortage of activities, including snowmobiling, snow rafting, dogsledding, horse riding, ice fishing, nature tours, and hot springs.
—Selena Takigawa Hoy, Travel + Leisure, 13 Nov. 2025
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Noun
The pace of life there is highly sought after, and attracts horse-lovers and nature enthusiasts alike with its ample opportunities for trail riding, as well as skiing and hiking.
—Emilee Coblentz, Outside, 24 Nov. 2025
Confronted by the geopolitical challenge of a rising China in East Asia and pressed for resources to address issues at home, Washington has come to see ending European free-riding as a top strategic priority.
—Moritz S. Graefrath, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2025
As with its older siblings, the low-step aluminum main frame is connected to a tilting mechanism that keeps cargo steady while allowing for a more natural riding experience, particularly when cornering.
—New Atlas, 14 Nov. 2025
In addition to skiing, there's no shortage of activities, including snowmobiling, snow rafting, dogsledding, horse riding, ice fishing, nature tours, and hot springs.
—Selena Takigawa Hoy, Travel + Leisure, 13 Nov. 2025
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“Riding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riding. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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