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show jumping
This term refers specifically to the competitive discipline of equestrianism. It is distinct from "cross-country" or "eventing," as show jumping takes place in an arena with colorful, often fragile obstacles designed to fall if touched, whereas cross-country involves solid, natural obstacles over varied terrain.
In a linguistic sense, the term functions as a compound noun. While it describes an activity, it is typically treated as an uncountable noun when referring to the sport as a whole, though it can be used as a modifier in phrases like "show jumping competition" or "show jumping event."
Meanings
Examples
She has been training in show jumping since she was ten years old.
I wonder if my horse is agile enough for professional show jumping.
The athlete won a gold medal in the show jumping event at the Olympics.
The crowd cheered as the pair completed the show jumping course without a single fault.
He spends every weekend traveling to different show jumping competitions.
Show jumping requires an incredible amount of trust between the rider and the horse.
I can't believe I actually qualified for the regional show jumping finals.