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Definitions for equitation
ˌɛk wɪˈteɪ ʃəneq·ui·tation
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Princeton's WordNet
riding, horseback riding, equitationnoun
the sport of siting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
Wiktionary
equitationnoun
The art, practice or act of riding a horse; horsemanship.
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equitation
Equitation is the art or practice of horse riding, particularly referring to a rider's position while mounted and encompassing the ability to ride correctly and with effective aids. It is also considered a competitive sport judged on the rider's ability and control of the horse.
Webster Dictionary
Equitationnoun
a riding, or the act of riding, on horseback; horsemanship
Etymology: [L. equitatio, fr. equitare: cf. F. quitation.]
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Equitation
Equitation is the art or practice of horse riding or horsemanship. More specifically, equitation may refer to a rider's position while mounted, and encompass a rider's ability to ride correctly and with effective aids. In horse show competition, the rider, rather than the horse is evaluated. Such classes go by different names, depending on region, including equitation classes, rider classes, or horsemanship classes. Judging criteria covers the rider's performance and control of the horse, use of riding aids, proper attire, correct form, and usually factor in rider poise and the cleanliness and polish of horse, rider and equipment. The performance of the horse is not judged per se, but a poorly performing horse is considered to reflect the ability of the rider. Equitation classes occur in the Hunt seat, Saddle seat, Dressage, and Western disciplines. A good equitation rider is always in balance with the horse, maintains a correct position in every gait, movement, or over a fence, and possesses a commanding, but relaxed, presence, able to direct the horse with nearly invisible aids. In the United States, the largest organizer of equestrian competitions is the United States Equestrian Federation. The organization offers equitation classes at its recognized shows, including those in hunt seat, dressage seat, saddle seat, and Western.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Equitation
ek-wi-tā′shun, n. the art of riding on horseback.—adjs. Eq′uitant, riding: straddling, overlapping; Equiv′orous, eating horse-flesh. [L.,—equitāre—equus, a horse.]
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of equitation in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of equitation in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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