Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aparejo

Noun
/ah-pah-reh-ho/
Definition
A aparejo is a type of saddle or rigging used primarily for horses, donkeys, or mules to carry loads, primarily in the context of transport and packing.
Examples
  • The farmer secured the aparejo on the donkey before loading it with supplies.
  • Using an aparejo makes transporting goods over rugged terrain much easier.
Meaning
The term ‘aparejo’ refers to the equipment laid on a pack animal, consisting of a frame or harness to help distribute the weight of the load evenly for better balance and comfort.
Synonyms
  • Pack saddle
  • Load harness
  • Pack rigging