Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

stirrup

[stur-uhp, stir-, stuhr-] / ˈstɜr əp, ˈstɪr-, ˈstʌr- /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It’s a stretchy black band that Velcros in place around my waist with four small water bottles held in little stirrups—two in the front and two in the back.

From Literature

First aid supplies, stacks of metal helmets, and stirrup pumps with fire hoses.

From Literature

He still had all his tack on him from the trail ride—his reins, saddle, stirrups, bridle, and bit.

From Literature

At the farm, he leaves a foot between rows of Allium to allow for easy weeding with the six-inch blade of a stirrup hoe.

From Seattle Times

"Ultimately, technology emerging from Mongolia has, through a domino effect, ended up shaping the horse culture that we have in America today, especially our traditions of saddlery and stirrups," Taylor said.

From Science Daily