riding

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noun (1)

rid·​ing ˈrī-diŋ How to pronounce riding (audio)
: the action or state of one that rides

riding

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adjective

rid·​ing
1
: used for or when riding
a riding horse
riding boots
2
: operated by a rider
a riding mower

riding

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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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Guests can expect a mix of bull riding and bullfighting, along with live music from three performers: Wynn Williams, Carson Jeffrey and Josh Gracin. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2025 These are great for trail riding, giving good tunes with an easy spot for the phone powering them, and a place to put extra water and a jacket. New Atlas, 26 Dec. 2024 In tight 180-degree uphill turns that require some advanced maneuvers - or a dismount - the Mustang’s motorcycle-type twist throttle and my off-road motorcycle riding instincts nicely meshed. William Roberson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 Along with a 7-stall stabling block that’s complete with turnouts and an insulated shop, there’s an expansive indoor riding arena and several fenced pastures. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2024 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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Cite this Entry

“Riding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riding. Accessed 18 Jan. 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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