Definition of Showjumping

1. Noun. Riding horses in competitions over set courses to demonstrate skill in jumping over obstacles.

Exact synonyms: Stadium Jumping
Generic synonyms: Equestrian Sport
Group relationships: Three-day Event

Definition of Showjumping

1. Noun. (context: sports horses) A sporting competition where horses are ridden around a course consisting of several jumps, to demonstrate the skill of both the rider and the horse. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Showjumping

showing emotion
showing finger
showing fingers
showing intelligence
showing lack of intelligence
showing mercy
showing neatness
showing off
showing trust
showing up
showing wisdom
showings
showish
showjumper
showjumpers
showjumping (current term)
showlike
showman
showmance
showmances
showmanly
showmanship
showmanships
showmen
shown
showoff
showoffs
showperson
showpersons
showpiece

Literary usage of Showjumping

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Adventure Guide to Ireland by Tina Neylon (2004)
"Woodview, near Newcastle West, gives lessons for all, plus showjumping, cross-country and dressage, a (069) 61554. ..."

2. Ireland Pocket Adventures by Tina Neylon (2007)
"The Moy Riding School offers classes and also has showjumping on Friday evenings, which is open to the public. -B (028) 8778-4440. ..."

3. Best Loved Hotels 2007: Britain and Irelandby Best Loved Hotels by Best Loved Hotels (2006)
"Free art event on Sat plus a Family Fiesta on Sun. > August Bicester & Finmere Show - showjumping, showing, ..."

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