cutting horse

noun

1. a saddle horse trained to separate calves, steers, etc., from a herd.

cutting horse

noun

1. a saddle horse trained for use in separating an individual animal, such as a cow, from a herd

Word History and Origins

Origin of cutting horse¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

Jim Johnson, owner of Shawnee Farms in Lewisburg and for more than 30 years involved in state and national Cutting Horse Associations, has recently taken an interest in Josi’s endeavors, Helmick noted.

From Washington Times

Since you are cutting horse racing coverage in print, would you consider making horse racing stories outside the paywall?

From Los Angeles Times

It’ll host the Mustang Magic riding show, annual cutting horse stakes and a full calendar of horse shows.

From Washington Times

After the cutting horse stakes in December, crews scoop out the sand and then remove the clay and sandy loam base, Slaughter said.

From Washington Times

After the cutting horse stakes in December, crews scoop out the sand and then remove the clay and sandy loam base, Slaughter said.

From Seattle Times