Both Uses of
equestrian
in
Jane Eyre
- The ten minutes John had given seemed very long, but at last wheels were heard; four equestrians galloped up the drive, and after them came two open carriages.†
p. 193.8equestrians = people who ride horses
- Miss Ingram, as before, was the only lady equestrian; and, as before, Mr. Rochester galloped at her side; the two rode a little apart from the rest.†
p. 196.7 *equestrian = a horseback rider; or relating to horseback riding
Definition:
relating to horseback riding