saddle-bag

A rider places a leather saddle-bag on the back of a horse.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A bag attached to a saddle: "saddle-bag" refers to a bag, typically one of a pair, hung from either side of a saddle on a horse or bicycle for carrying items.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The rider packed his lunch and water in the saddle-bag before the long trail ride. (A bag attached to the saddle for carrying supplies.)
  • She secured her tools in the saddle-bag of her bicycle for the commute. (A bag on a bicycle saddle for storage.)

Advanced Usage

• "Saddle-bag" as a descriptive term: In some contexts, "saddle-bag" can refer to a type of seat cover or upholstery that resembles a saddle bag in shape, but this is less common.
  • The motorcycle's saddle-bag was made of durable leather. (A bag attached to a motorcycle saddle, often for luggage.)

Variants and Related Words

• Saddlebag (n): a common alternative spelling without the hyphen; the meaning is identical.

  • He carried his gear in a large saddlebag on his horse. (A bag for the saddle.)

• Saddle (n): the seat for a rider on a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle.

  • The saddle was comfortable for long rides. (The rider's seat.)

• Bag (n): a flexible container for carrying items.

  • She put the groceries in a bag. (A container for carrying.)

Synonyms

• Pannier: a basket or bag carried on the back of a bicycle or horse, often one of a pair.

  • The cyclist used panniers for his camping gear. (Bags for carrying loads.)

• Pack: a bundle or bag carried on a person or animal.

  • The hiker carried a pack on his back. (A bag for travel.)

Related Idioms

• "To have a saddle-bag full of something": an informal expression meaning to have a large quantity of something, often used humorously.
  • He had a saddle-bag full of excuses for being late. (He had many excuses.)