Saddle Definition & Meaning

saddle
noun
  1. a seat for the rider of a horse or camel
  2. a pass or ridge that slopes gently between two peaks (is shaped like a saddle)
  3. cut of meat (especially mutton or lamb) consisting of part of the backbone and both loins
  4. a piece of leather across the instep of a shoe
  5. a seat for the rider of a bicycle
  6. posterior part of the back of a domestic fowl
verb
  1. put a saddle on; "saddle the horses"
  2. load or burden; encumber; "he saddled me with that heavy responsibility"
  3. impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to; "He charged her with cleaning up all the files over the weekend"

"Saddle" in song lyrics

See how saddle is used in real songs:

  • "Saddle ????"
    The Arsonists — Pyromaniax
  • "Holdin' on tight sittin' tall in the saddle"
    Cowboy Troy f/ Jon Nicholson — Whoop Whoop
  • "This is all over the world, but without a saddle"
    The D.O.C. — The D.O.C. and the Doctor

Usage tips for "saddle"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "saddle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for saddle to find words that pair well.

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