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saddle sore
noun
: a sore on the back of a horse caused by a saddle that is not fitted correctly
: a sore area on a horse rider's body that is caused by rubbing against the saddle
Full Definition of SADDLE SORE
1
: a gall or open sore developing on the back of a horse at points of pressure from an ill-fitting or ill-adjusted saddle
2
: an irritation or sore on parts of the rider chafed by the saddle
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First Known Use of SADDLE SORE
1946
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