saddlebow

Example Sentences

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Not only was he of the same build, but he also had a bound knight thrown across the saddlebow of his mare.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

While Minghal, therefore, was wreaking his vengeance on the father, Rahmut caught up the son, set him on his saddlebow, and forbade any of his men to lay hands on him.

From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert

Des Barres put him over his saddlebow; then took his prisoners into camp.

From The Life and Death of Richard Yea-and-Nay by Hewlett, Maurice Henry

There were scratches on his cheek, acquired during the ride with Fani across his saddlebow.

From The Pirates of Ersatz by Freas, Kelly

"Where's the fiddle?" demanded Tobey, and Tim unhooked a calico bag from the saddlebow and held it out.

From Aunt Jane's Nieces and Uncle John by Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank)