horsemanship

[ hawrs-muhn-ship ]

noun

1. the art, ability, skill, or manner of a horseman.
2. equitation.

horsemanship

/ ˈhɔːsmənˌʃɪp /

noun

1. the art of riding on horseback
2. skill in riding horses

Word History and Origins

Origin of horsemanship¹

First recorded in 1555–65; horseman + -ship

Example Sentences

Kidding aside, horsemanship is a celebrated part of tribes’ history.

From Seattle Times

There were lessons in horsemanship and broadsword handling.

From Los Angeles Times

More than 1,400 soldiers will parade, with 200 horses and hundreds of army musicians taking part in a ceremony marked by military precision, horsemanship and fanfare.

From BBC

He is now the president of Wyoming Catholic College — a private liberal-arts institution that bans the use of cellphones on campus and prioritizes the Great Books curriculum alongside wilderness and horsemanship skills.

From New York Times

Specialized interests always captivated Sombreuil: She was into what she calls a “profound form” of natural horsemanship; comics; books; ‘77 punk; ‘60s rock; the list goes on.

From Los Angeles Times