What does "equestrian" mean?

Equestrian: Being or riding on horseback; mounted; as, an equestrian statue. An equestrian lady appeared upon the plains. Spectator.

Additional senses

  1. 2.Belonging to, or composed of, the ancient Roman equities or knights; as, the equestrian order. Burke.
  2. 3.One who rides on horseback; a horseman; a rider.

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