saddlebow

noun

sad·​dle·​bow ˈsa-dᵊl-ˌbō 

: the arch in or the pieces forming the front of a saddle

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

saddlebow

noun

sad·​dle·​bow -ˌbō 

: the raised front part of a saddle