noun
- A half turn or partial revolution executed by a horse and rider, in which the horse pivots on its hind legs.
Usage: equestrian; dressage
Examples
- The rider performed a demivolt to change direction in the arena.
- In dressage competition, a clean demivolt demonstrates the horse's balance and obedience.
- The trainer instructed the student to execute a demivolt at the corner of the ring.
- A well-executed demivolt requires the horse to remain collected and centered.