1. the wooden or metal frames that form the foundation of saddles
Usage: equestrian equipment; plural form

Examples

• The craftsman carefully shaped the saddletrees from seasoned wood.
• Modern saddletrees are often made from lightweight synthetic materials.
• The old leather saddle needed new saddletrees after years of use.
• Quality saddletrees provide the proper fit and support for both horse and rider.
• The saddlemaker inspected each of the saddletrees for cracks or defects.