Noun
the next day's hike was a stiff climb out of the saddle where they had camped for the night Verb
He saddled his horse and mounted it.
to the social worker it seemed as though her supervisor had once again saddled her with a truly hopeless case
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Noun
In the 1880s structures were added including ranch houses, winery, a chapel and blacksmith and saddle shops.—Paul Bersebach, Oc Register, 25 June 2025 The mesh forefoot is flexible and breathable, while TPU overlays around the toe and saddle enhanced the durability and hold, although seeming a bit plasticky (until dirt build-up took the shine off).—Jonathan Beverly, Outside Online, 23 June 2025
Verb
Miller allowed a single on his first pitch to Tucker, the Cubs tied the ballgame — and saddled Verlander with a no decision in the process.—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 May 2025 White saddled two horses and met up with Joe, who was becoming increasingly nervous.—Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for saddle
Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English sadel, from Old English sadol; akin to Old High German satul saddle
First Known Use
Noun
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)
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