stirrup

Meanings

• noun

  A horizontal bar that supports the foot of a rider in equestrianism, allowing them to control the horse more effectively.

  - "The stirrup helps the rider to keep their balance while riding."
  - "Stirrups were first used in Europe during the Middle Ages."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with stirrup
turret , curtains , hurrah , butterfly

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Variants

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stirrup , stirrups , stapedes , stapes , stirrup cup , stirrup cups , stirrup leather , stirrup leathers , stirrup pump , stirrup pumps , stirrup pants

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Etymology

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Old English scyran, from scyran 'to shake, stir up,' from the idea of the rider's foot being stirred up in the stirrup.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of stirrups was in China around 1000 BC.

2. The use of stirrups spread from Asia to Europe via the Mongol invasions in the 13th century.

3. Some modern stirrups have adjustable lengths to accommodate riders of different heights.

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Related Concepts

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1. saddle: A piece of equipment for riding animals, designed to support the rider and provide comfort and control.

2. reins: A set of straps used to control the direction and speed of a horse or other animal.

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Culture

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The stirrup revolutionized warfare by allowing knights to wield heavier weapons and maintain their balance while riding. In art, stirrups are often depicted in equestrian statues and paintings.

How to Memorize "stirrup"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a horse and rider. The rider is holding the reins and has one foot in a stirrup.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'stirrup' with 'riding' and 'horseback'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Saddles, Stirrups, and Reins' to remember the three key pieces of equestrian equipment.

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