Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dressage
noun
/ˈdrɛsɑːʒ/
Definition
A form of horse training and performance that emphasizes precision of movement and the development of a horse’s athletic ability under the guidance of a rider.
Examples
- The rider spent years training for dressage competitions.
- In dressage, the horse moves in harmony with the rider’s commands.
- The performer’s fluid movements won them first place in the dressage event.
Meaning
Dressage is often described as ‘horse ballet,’ where horse and rider work together to perform intricate maneuvers with grace and elegance.
Synonyms
- Equestrian art
- Horse training
- Horse ballet
