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By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com

English Saddle

This English style dressage saddle is one of many types of saddles used to stay balanced and comfortable while riding.

2005 K. Blocksdorf
Definition: A structure of natural or man made materials that is strapped onto a horse’s or pony’s back to facilitate the rider’s comfort and balance and distribute weight evenly on the horse’s back.

The act of placing a saddle on a horse's back.

Pronunciation: s a dl (short a sound)
Examples:
The cattle hand rode on his horse in a comfortable Western style saddle.

OR

She saddled her horse to go for a ride.

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