riding

1 of 3

noun (1)

rid·​ing ˈrī-diŋ 

: the action or state of one that rides

riding

2 of 3

adjective

rid·​ing

1

: used for or when riding

a riding horse

riding boots

2

: operated by a rider

a riding mower

riding

3 of 3

noun (2)

ri·​ding ˈrī-diŋ 

1

: one of the three administrative jurisdictions into which Yorkshire, England, was formerly divided

2

: an administrative jurisdiction or electoral district in a British dominion (such as Canada)

Examples of riding in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The rodeo honors the legacy of legendary cowboy Bill Picket and his influence on Black Western heritage, and features events from bull riding and barrel racing, to mutton bustin’. —Helen H. Richardson, The Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2025

Leisure activities, such as the use of recreational vehicles, cruises and motorcycle riding, are more common among those near retirement age or older, his research found. —Michelle Fox, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2025

The show features Mexican-style bull riding, trick roping, mariachi music, Portuguese-style bullfights and more, all choreographed by Jerry. —Amanda Lopez, NPR, 11 Jan. 2025

Zoom in: Here's a roundup of can't-miss events: The Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza showcases Mexican-style bull riding, trick roping, Mariachi music, side saddle riders and Portuguese-style bullfights — all choreographed by fourth-generation champion charro Jerry Diaz. —Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

Middle English -redying or trithing, alteration of Old English *thriding, from Old Norse thrithjungr third part, from thrithi third; akin to Old English thridda third — more at third entry 1

First Known Use

Noun (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing riding

• be riding for a fall
• be riding high
• horseback riding
• money riding

Kids Definition

riding

adjective

rid·​ing

ˈrīd-iŋ

1

: used for or when riding

riding boots

2

: operated by a rider

a riding mower