Caprioled

/ˈkæpriˌoʊld/ adjective

Definition

Describing a horse that has performed a capriole or is depicted performing this leaping movement.

Etymology

From capriole plus the past participle suffix -ed, meaning 'having done' or 'shown as having done' the capriole movement.

Kelly Says

When you see a caprioled horse in a classical painting or tapestry, you're looking at a symbol of power and training that dates back to royal courts across Europe.

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