Pronunciation: [ɹˈa͡ɪdə] (IPA) 
The word "rider" is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ˈraɪdər/. This word has two syllables, with the primary stress on the first syllable. The letter "i" in "rider" represents the sound /aɪ/, as in the word "eye". The letter "d" represents the voiced dental consonant /d/, which is produced by touching the tongue to the upper teeth. When pronounced correctly, the word "rider" sounds like "RYE-der".
Rider can refer to a person who is mounted on a horse or other animal, engaged in horseback riding or equestrian activities. In this context, a rider is someone who sits atop the animal and controls its movements by guiding it with reins. Riders often participate in various equestrian disciplines such as dressage, show jumping, or trail riding, either competitively or for recreational purposes.
The term "rider" can also denote a person who operates or uses a vehicle or transportation device, such as a cyclist, motorcyclist, or a passenger in a car, bus, or train. In this sense, a rider is an individual who travels or commutes by means of these vehicles or modes of transportation.
Furthermore, "rider" can be used to describe an attachment, amendment, or additional provision added to a document, contract, or legislative bill. A rider in this context is an extra clause or stipulation that is intentionally included with the main text, typically addressing a specific issue or concern that is tangentially related to the original document. Riders are often used to modify or change the content of the primary document without requiring a complete overhaul or revision.
Overall, the term "rider" can refer to a person engaged in horseback riding or equestrian activities, someone who travels using various means of transportation, or an additional clause or provision added to a document or contract.
• A robber.
• See ride.
• One who rides; one who breaks or manages horses; an addition made to a MS., &c., and inserted after its completion; the matrix of an ore; anything added to strengthen.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "rider" has a Germanic origin. It can be traced back to the Old English word "ridere", which meant a horseback rider or one who rides. This Old English word shares its roots with the Old High German word "rītan", meaning "to ride". Over time, the word evolved in Middle English to "ridere" and eventually to the modern English term "rider".
