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equitation Definition

equi·ta·tion (ek′wi tā′s̸hən)

noun

the art of riding on horseback; horsemanship

Etymology: L equitatio < equitatus, pp. of equitare, to ride < eques: see equestrian

equitation Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • competition: The British Horse Society is " delighted " to announce that Puffa, an equestrian clothing manufacturer, will sponsor the BHS Equitation Competition.
  • course: Awarded the military jubilee cross in 1908, Zehner also graduated from the infantry equitation course in the same year.