curvet
- noun
- /ˈkɜrvɛt/
- Specialized
- The stallion performed a perfect curvet, delighting the audience with its grace.
Examples
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In classical dressage, the curvet is a challenging maneuver for both horse and rider.
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At the competition, the horse's curvet impressed the judges.
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The horse’s sudden curvet startled those watching from the fence.
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The horse performed a stunning curvet during the show.
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In classical dressage, the curvet is a challenging maneuver that showcases the horse's agility.
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The stallion executed a beautiful curvet, captivating everyone in the audience.
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At the competition, the horse's elegant curvet earned high scores from the judges.
Synonyms
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8.9
A light horse jump where the hind legs leave the ground before the front legs
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9.9
A small playful jump, often by a young horse or a dancer
A jump in horse riding where the horse springs up and kicks out its hind legs
How Graceful
Surface Forms
Etymology
Curvet probably comes from old French words like the one for curve, meaning something that bends, and a helpful way to remember it is to picture a horse making a small, graceful arc in the air. So a curvet is a light, showy leap where the horse lifts its hind legs before the front ones.