horseman Meaning & Definition
/ˈhɔɹsmən/
What Does Horseman Mean?
As a noun, horseman means A man who rides a horse. It is also used to mean A soldier on horseback, especially a cavalryman.
Horseman at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhɔɹsmən/ |
| Synonyms | equestrian, horse fancier and horseback rider |
| Plural | horsemen |
Horseman Definition (Noun)
- A man who rides a horse.
- A soldier on horseback, especially a cavalryman.
- A man skilled in horsemanship, especially an equestrian.
- A man in charge of work horses; a teamster.
- A man in charge of transport horses; a hostler (ostler).
- Any of the swift-running land crabs of the genus Ocypode.
- Any fish of the genus Equetus.
- A fictional beast that is part horse and part man.
Noun
- A soldier on horseback.
- A man skilled in horsemanship.
- A man in charge of work horses.
- A swift-running land crab of the genus Ocypoda, living on the coast of Brazil and the West Indies.
- A West Indian fish of the genus Equetes
Synonyms of Horseman
Horseman synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
horseman (plural horsemen)
Words That Rhyme With Horseman
Origin of Horseman
From Middle English horsman, equivalent to horse + man.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horseman
What part of speech is horseman?
Horseman is a noun.
What is another word for horseman?
Close synonyms of horseman are equestrian, horse fancier and horseback rider. See the full list of horseman synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of horseman?
The plural of horseman is horsemen.