"bridle path" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: bridle paths [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} bridle path (plural bridle paths)
  1. (equestrianism) An established trail used by riders mounted on horses. Categories (topical): Equestrianism Synonyms: bridle trail, bridle-path Translations (trail used by riders): 乗馬道 (jōbadō) (Japanese), camino de herradura (Spanish)
    Sense id: en-bridle_path-en-noun-p8b-IP5x Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: equestrianism, hobbies, horses, lifestyle, pets, sports

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