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Postilion (Noun)

Meaning

Someone who rides the near horse of a pair in order to guide the horses pulling a carriage (especially a carriage without a coachman).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The postilion expertly guided the horses as they galloped down the cobblestone street.
  • In the 18th century, it was common for a postilion to wear a short coat with many buttons when riding in a pair of horses.
  • To become a skilled postilion, one must have excellent balance, strong legs, and a gentle touch when guiding the horses.
  • The role of the postilion in ancient times was also one of trust, as they were often tasked with delivering important messages between royal courts.
  • The postilion leaned forward, urging the horses onward as they climbed the steep hill, the carriage swaying precariously behind them.

Synonyms

  • Postillion

Hypernyms

  • Horseback Rider
  • Equestrian
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