noun
- the manner or style in which a horse moves or walks; the gait of a horse
- the process of training a horse to move in a particular way or at a particular pace
Usage: equestrian context; often used in horse training and showing
Usage: equestrian context
verb
- present participle of 'gait': to train or cause a horse to move in a particular manner or at a particular pace
Usage: equestrian context
Examples
- The trainer spent months gaiting the young horse to perfect its trot.
- Proper gaiting is essential for success in horse shows.
- She was gaiting her mare to improve its natural movement.
- The horse's gaiting showed excellent form and rhythm.
- Gaiting requires patience and skill from experienced handlers.
- The judge evaluated the gaiting of each competitor's horse.