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Webster 1828 Edition


Riding-hood

RI'DING-HOOD

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Noun.
A hood used by females when they ride; a kind of cloak with a hood.

Definition 2024


riding-hood

riding-hood

See also: riding hood

English

Noun

riding-hood (plural riding-hoods)

  1. Alternative form of riding hood: a hood or hooded cape intended for use while horseriding.
    • 1731 January 15, Proceedings of the Old Bailey, p. 13:
      He... violently pull'd off her Riding-Hood, and tore it at the Arm Holes in pulling it off.