Definitions

1. noun

A person who rides ahead of a group, especially an army or a procession, to scout out the route or to announce the approach.

“The outrider rode ahead to clear the path for the king’s procession.”

2. noun

A member of a group of cavalrymen who ride ahead of an army, especially in medieval times.

“The medieval knights were accompanied by a group of outriders who protected them from enemy attacks.”

3. noun

A person who travels ahead of a group, especially to test the safety of a route or to announce the approach of a group.

“The adventurer acted as an outrider for her team, scouting out the safest route to their destination.”