The equestrian world is one with an intense vocabulary. We have horse breeds, tons of different tack, jumps and divisions and more. It’s a lot for anyone to take in—especially our non-equestrian friends, parents and spouses.
Let’s be honest, some of our vocabulary doesn’t make a lot of sense. Here we have a complete array of definitions to bridge the gap between equestrians and the outside world.
Ankle Savers
noun (plural): “Generic term for horse boots” — submitted by Amy D
Belly Belt
noun: “Girth” — submitted by Rebecca L
Synonyms: Belly band
Circle of Death
proper noun: “The show ring” — submitted by Meredith S-K
Drunk Trail Riding
noun: “Fox Hunting” — submitted by Stephanie P
Ear Balls
noun: “Ear pomms” — submitted by Denise N-F
Ear Bras
noun (plural): “Bonnets” — submitted by Cat E
Synonyms: Horse hats, Horse Yarmulke (submitted by Leigh-Ann W-K)
Expensive Dirt
noun: “Footing” — submitted by Lee S
Fancy Feet Supremes
proper noun: “Saddlebreds” — submitted by Allison S
Fashion Show
noun: “A flat class” — submitted by Amy D
Flack Jacket
noun: “Safety Vest” — submitted by Kristi B
Foot Helmets
noun: “Bell boots” — submitted by Kristin H
Synonyms: Shifter Boots (submitted by Joy B), Plungers (submitted by Alayna J)
Fur-Lock
noun: “Forelock” — submitted by Nicku B
Get Naked
verb: “Take horse blankets off” — submitted by Alix F
Go Go Stick
noun: “Crop” — submitted by Milissa S
Synonyms: Punishment Utensil (submitted by Meghan H), Horse Poker (submitted by Anne F)
Horse Cobbler
noun: “Farrier” — submitted by Britt G
Horse Corset
noun: “Belly band” — submitted by Milissa S
Leash
noun: “Lead rope” — Janet R
Leg Warmers
noun: “Polo wraps” — submitted by Jessica R
Synonyms: Horse Socks (submitted by Lily B)
Loaf
noun: “Bale of Hay” — submitted by Alexis T
Nails
noun: “Hooves” — submitted by Alexis T
Nightingale
noun: “Martingale” — submitted by Jacquie M
Noggin Protector
noun: “Helmet” — submitted by Hercules B
Non-Legal Road Transportation
noun: “A Horse” — submitted by Jenifer S
Synonym: Money pit (submitted by Dana B)
Pea Green
adjective: “Pre-Green” — submitted by Liz H
Pedals
noun: “Stirrup Irons” — submitted by Alexis S
Pony Uggs
noun: “Sheepskin lined boots” — submitted by Sarah S
Riding Rink
noun: “Riding arena” — submitted by McKenzie G
Seat Bounced
verb: “To be jumped out of the tack” — submitted by Amy D
Shutter Step
verb: “To chip into a fence” — submitted by Amy D
Slice
noun: “A flake of hay” — submitted by Kate M
Squeegee’ing
verb: “To scrape off a horse after a bath” — submitted by Julia B
Sweaters
noun: “Horse blankets” — submitted by Alie C
Synonyms: Jackets, PJs, Coats
Water Pit
noun: “Liverpool” — submitted by Amy D
Zampony
noun: “The ring drag” — submitted by Janet R
