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
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First Known Use of saddle sore
1873
SADDLE SORE Defined for English Language Learners
saddle sore
noun
Definition of saddle sore for English Language Learners
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: a sore on the back of a horse caused by a saddle that is not fitted correctly
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: a sore area on a horse rider's body that is caused by rubbing against the saddle
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