crupper

Meanings

• noun

  A crupper is a part of a saddle that supports the rider's thighs and helps keep them in place.

  - "The crupper of the saddle is made of leather and is designed to provide extra stability for the rider."
  - "During a long ride, the crupper of the saddle can become uncomfortable if it is not properly adjusted."

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Synonyms

croupe

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with crupper
humper , bumper , jumper

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Variants

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crupper , cruppers

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Etymology

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Originally derived from the Old English word 'croppe' meaning 'buttocks' or 'rump'.

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Trivia

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1. The crupper of a saddle is typically made of leather or other flexible material to allow it to conform to the shape of the rider's thighs.

2. In some cases, a crupper may be adjustable to allow the rider to customize the fit.

3. The term 'crupper' is also used in the context of horseshoes to refer to the strap that attaches the shoe to the horse's foot.

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Related Concepts

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1. Saddle: A crupper is a part of a saddle, which is a device used to ride animals such as horses.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'crupper' is sometimes used metaphorically to refer to a source of support or stability. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Henry IV, Part 1', the character Falstaff describes the Earl of Westmoreland as 'the very pillar of the state, and the upholder of the frame'. Falstaff goes on to say, 'If his crupper shake, my lord, our land is undone.'

How to Memorize "crupper"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the word 'crupper', visualize a saddle and imagine the part that supports the rider's thighs. This will help you remember that 'crupper' is the name of this part.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'crupper' with the idea of stability or support. This will help you remember the meaning of the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Carpenter makes chairs, Crupper makes riders' to help remember the meaning of the word 'crupper'.

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