Definition

Not having a saddle, which is a supportive seat for a rider on an animal, typically a horse.

Example

The saddleless horse was free to roam without any burden.

Conversation

I saw a really cool bike today that was completely saddleless.

Really? How does that even work?

It had a design that supports you without a saddle, so it looked super interesting.

That sounds unique! I’d love to try riding something saddleless.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Saddleless → It is formed from "saddle" (from Old English *sadol*, meaning a seat for riding) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "saddleless" means without a saddle.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'seat for riding' ('saddle') — that's what saddleless means.

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