word
French
dressage
DRES-ahzh
ˈdrɛsɑːʒListen
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Syllable breakdown
dressage
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Dictionary meaning
The art of riding and training a horse in a precise and controlled way; an equestrian competition.
History and origin
French — 'dresser' (to train, to prepare).
Examples
- Dressage has been called 'horse ballet' — at its finest, it is one of sport's most beautiful spectacles.
Common mispronunciations
DRESS-ijDRES-ahj
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