This is a basic glossary of equestrian terms that includes both technical terminology and jargon developed over the centuries for horses and other equidae, as well as various horse-related concepts. Where noted, some terms are used only in American English (US) or British English (UK), or are regional to a particular part of the world, such as Australia (AU).
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A variation in spelling of the colour , the term chesnut is only used to describe the colouring of a Suffolk Punch horse.
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, hitching
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See also For additional terminology, see also: Glossary of carriage and driving terminology Equine anatomy (includes definitions and illustration of the points of a horse) Equine coat color (lists all coat colors) Equine conformation (includes terms that describe conformation flaws) Horse breeding (explains relevant concepts) List of horse breeds (includes horse breeds and types) Horse racing: Glossary of Australian and New Zealand punting Glossary of North American horse racing Equipment: Bridle (includes a list of bridle parts) Horse tack (horse equipment) Horse harness (includes a list of harness parts) Horse grooming (includes list of tools) Saddle (includes a list of saddle parts)
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