Glossary of equestrian terms

This is a basic glossary of equestrian terms that includes both technical terminology and jargon developed over the centuries for horses and other equidae, as well as various horse-related concepts. Where noted, some terms are used only in American English (US) or British English (UK), or are regional to a particular part of the world, such as Australia (AU).

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B

C

A variation in spelling of the colour , the term chesnut is only used to describe the colouring of a Suffolk Punch horse.

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O

P

, hitching

Q

R

S

T

U

V

W

X

Y

Z

See also

For additional terminology, see also:

• Glossary of carriage and driving terminology
• Equine anatomy (includes definitions and illustration of the points of a horse)
• Equine coat color (lists all coat colors)
• Equine conformation (includes terms that describe conformation flaws)
• Horse breeding (explains relevant concepts)
• List of horse breeds (includes horse breeds and types)
• Horse racing:
• Glossary of Australian and New Zealand punting
• Glossary of North American horse racing
• Equipment:
• Bridle (includes a list of bridle parts)
• Horse tack (horse equipment)
• Horse harness (includes a list of harness parts)
• Horse grooming (includes list of tools)
• Saddle (includes a list of saddle parts)

References