horseback Meaning & Definition
/ˈhɔɹsˌbæk/
What Does Horseback Mean?
Horseback is used as a noun meaning The back of a horse. It can also mean A ridge of sand, gravel, and boulders. As an adverb, it means On the back of a horse.
Horseback at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhɔɹsˌbæk/ |
| Synonyms | esker |
| Plural | horsebacks |
Horseback Definition (Noun)
- The back of a horse.
They came on horseback across the plains.
- A ridge of sand, gravel, and boulders.
Horseback as an Adverb
- On the back of a horse.
Noun
- (usually with on, upon, etc.) The back of a horse.
Synonyms of Horseback
Horseback synonyms and antonyms →Horseback in a Sentence
They came on horseback across the plains.
He rode horseback into town.
Word Forms & Grammar
horseback (countable and uncountable, plural horsebacks)
horseback (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Horseback
Origin of Horseback
From Middle English horsebacke, horsebak, horsbak, equivalent to horse + back.
Horseback: Your Questions Answered
Is horseback a noun or an adverb?
Horseback is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adverb.
What is another word for horseback?
Words with a similar meaning to horseback include esker. See the full list of horseback synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of horseback?
The plural of horseback is horsebacks.