What is another word for cantering?

Pronunciation: [kˈantəɹɪŋ] (IPA)

Cantering is a term used to describe a horse's gait in which it moves at a moderate pace, faster than a trot but slower than a gallop. However, sometimes we need to use different words to describe the same action. Some synonyms for cantering are loping, galloping, rushing, bolting, hastening, and sprinting. These words can convey different shades of meanings, with loping emphasizing a slow, relaxed pace and bolting suggesting a sudden burst of speed. Whatever the term used, the beauty and grace of the horse's cantering gait are sure to captivate anyone who sees it.

Usage examples for Cantering

She sat lightly and gracefully in her saddle, her plumes dancing and waving in the air; and the group had a charming effect, as they appeared and disappeared among the trees, cantering along, with the bounding animation of youth.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
He was cantering along only a short distance from the seashore, and he was within a few miles of the gates of Vera Cruz.
"Ahead of the Army"
W. O. Stoddard
Here come two cantering after you on their ponies; one carries a rifle, and you recognize him as one of the reservation Indian police.
"Two Years in Oregon"
Wallis Nash

Famous quotes with Cantering

  • I was in the Square at the time. The crowd was a most good-humoured, easy going, smiling crowd; but presently it was transformed. A regiment of mounted police came cantering up.
    Edward Carpenter

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