offsaddle

/ˈɒfsædəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to fall or slip off a horse, especially to one side

“The rider offsaddled at the first sign of trouble.”

2. verb

to become dismounted or fall from a horse

“The horseman offsaddled when his mount stumbled on the rocky terrain.”

3. noun

the act of falling or slipping off a horse

“The offsaddle was a nasty one, and the rider was lucky to escape unscathed.”

Synonyms

  • fall off
  • lose balance

Antonyms

  • remain seated
  • stay mounted