show jumping
"Show jumping" is a prominent equestrian event where horse and rider pairs navigate a course of obstacles, aiming for speed and precision.
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Definition
B2Equestrian Sports
(competitive)A sport where riders guide their horses over a series of obstacles, aiming to complete the course with minimal faults and in the shortest time.
Example
- In show jumping, the rider and horse must clear all the fences without knocking any down.
- She won the show jumping event by completing the course faster than all other competitors.
C1Olympic Sports
(technical)An Olympic discipline where horse and rider navigate a technical course of fences, testing their agility and coordination.
Example
- Show jumping is one of the three equestrian disciplines featured in the Olympics.
- The pair demonstrated excellent teamwork during the Olympic show jumping event.
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