Definition

Noun: A social group or circle of people united by their shared, dedicated interest in horses and equestrian activities, particularly horseback riding and horse racing. This term often implies a certain social status or lifestyle associated with this interest.

Usage

The term "horsey set" is used to collectively describe a community or social subset whose common bond is a passion for equine-related pursuits. It often carries connotations of leisure, tradition, and sometimes affluence.

Examples

• The new riding trails were funded by donations from the local horsey set.
• Her weekends were spent with the horsey set, attending polo matches and dressage events.
• The charity gala was a popular event among the county's horsey set.

Advanced Usage

• The term can sometimes be used with a slightly critical or satirical tone to describe a group perceived as being exclusively focused on or defined by their equestrian lifestyle.
  • The article offered a glimpse into the insular world of the country's wealthy horsey set.

Variants and Related Words

• Horsey (also horsy) (adjective): Of, relating to, or characteristic of horses or horse lovers.
  • She has a very horsey background, having grown up on a stud farm.

Synonyms

• Equestrian community
• Horse-loving crowd
• The riding crowd

Antonyms

• There is no direct antonym for a specific social set. General opposites would be groups with unrelated interests (e.g., the , the ).

Related Phrases/Idioms

• To be horse-mad: To be extremely enthusiastic about horses.
  • She's been horse-mad since she was a little girl, so she fits right in with the horsey set.

Noun

1. a set of people sharing a devotion to horses and horseback riding and horse racing