noun
mount
An animal or vehicle used for riding.
The guide chooses a gentle mount for the beginner's first ride.
Etymology
To mount an animal or vehicle is to get up onto it for riding. The noun names the animal or vehicle used in that action.
More examples
- The riders lead their mounts to the stream.
- A camel serves as our mount across the desert.
- Her mount for the cross-country trip is a reliable motorcycle.
Forms
mount · mounts