Definition

1. Noun:
   • A horse trained for steeplechasing: A steeplechaser is a horse that has been specifically trained to compete in steeplechase races, which are long-distance horse races featuring obstacles such as fences, hedges, and water jumps.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The stable's new steeplechaser showed great promise over the hurdles.
  • After years of training, the thoroughbred became a champion steeplechaser.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to refer to the entire team or operation centered around such a horse.
  • "The steeplechaser arrived at the course, accompanied by its trainer and jockey."

Variants and Related Words

• Steeplechase (n): The race itself, a long-distance horse race over obstacles.
• Steeplechasing (n): The sport or activity of riding in steeplechases.

Synonyms

• Chaser: (Informal, chiefly British) A horse that runs in steeplechases.
• Jump racer: A horse trained for races involving jumps.

Notes on Meaning

• The primary and most common meaning refers specifically to the horse. While other dictionaries may list "rider" as a meaning, in modern English usage, "steeplechaser" overwhelmingly denotes the equine athlete. A rider in such a race is typically called a jockey or a steeplechase jockey.

Noun

1. a horse trained to run in steeplechases