*/kroʊ/ or /kruː/ *

Definitions

1. noun

the seat of a rider, especially in horse riding

“The horse’s croupe was sore from the long ride.”

2. noun

a group of people who travel together, especially in a horse-drawn vehicle

“The family’s croupe of five rode through the countryside.”

3. noun

a group of riders, especially in a horse-drawn vehicle

“The croupe of riders was led by the coachman.”