What is another word for caracole?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɐkˌə͡ʊl] (IPA)

Caracole refers to a riding maneuver in which a horse performs half-circles or turns in place. Some synonyms for this word include pirouette, spiraling, twirling, and circling. Other related words include curvet, vault, and cavort. These words allude to the graceful, athletic movements characteristic of horses and riders. Each synonym brings a slightly different connotation to the action - pirouette might suggest a more formal or controlled turn, whereas spiraling feels more dynamic and fluid. Regardless of the specific term used, caracoling is an impressive display of horsemanship that requires skill and coordination from both horse and rider.

Synonyms for Caracole:

What are the hypernyms for Caracole?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Caracole?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for caracole (as verbs)

Usage examples for Caracole

I swerve, I dance, I caracole-I pirouette on a wing tip, catching my side slips on the rudder as one plays cup and ball.
"Master Tales of Mystery, Volume 3"
Collected and Arranged by Francis J. Reynolds
Although the road was narrow and dangerous, twisting over mountains and beside rushing streams, The One, in order to feast his eyes on Mrs. Jimmie, permitted his horse to curvet and caracole as if he were in tourney.
"Abroad with the Jimmies"
Lilian Bell
Then, leaping upon the horse, whose bridle he was holding, he forced it to rear, caracole and display its spirit and its paces before Domini, sitting it superbly, and shooting many sly glances at Suzanne, who leaned over the parapet of the verandah watching, with a rapt expression on her face.
"The Garden Of Allah"
Robert Hichens

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