■ noun
1》 a seat with a raised ridge at the front and back, fastened on the back of a horse for riding.
2》 a seat on a bicycle or motorcycle.
3》 a low part of a ridge between two higher points or peaks.
4》 a shaped support for a cable, pipe, or other object.
5》 Mathematics a low region of a curve between two high points.
6》 the lower part of the back in a mammal or fowl, especially when distinct in shape or marking.
7》 a joint of meat consisting of the two loins.
■ verb
1》 put a ~ on (a horse).
2》 (usu. be ~d with ) burden with an onerous responsibility or task.
3》 (of a trainer) enter (a horse) for a race.
Phrases
in the ~
1》 on horseback.
2》 in a position of control or responsibility.
Origin
OE sadol , sadul , of Gmc origin.