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horse show

noun

Definition of horse show

: an exhibition of horses that usually includes competition in riding, driving, and jumping

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Kentucky State Fair 2019 What: The Kentucky State Fair is an annual showcase in Louisville that features livestock exhibits and horse shows, live music, games and activities, amusement park rides, food and merchandise vendors, and more. Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, "Green goo and ghost peppers: When fair food entries go wrong, these judges pay the price," 16 Aug. 2019 The Escondido Valley Riders Association used the land for horse shows until the property was eventually sold to the City. San Diego Union-Tribune, "Celebration of Escondido’s Washington Park set for Saturday," 16 July 2019 Lehar and other Halliburton staff were at the fair to hand out hamburgers and other barbecue offerings to participants of 4-H competitions that included a horse show and cake decorating. John Aguilar, The Denver Post, "Denver Post listening tour: Greeley sees a renaissance, but has its worries, too," 28 July 2019 The annual fair boasts a new and expanded draft horse show, your favorite fair foods, duck and goat racing, homemaking exhibits, and the popular Mutton Bustin Rodeo for children. Elaine Rewolinski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Lifest 2019, Art Fair on the Square, and more to do around Wisconsin this week," 7 July 2019 As an extra perk, staff enjoys entry to local events such as Barret Jackson, WM Phoenix Open and horse shows. 13. Leigh Farr, azcentral, "MEDIUM COMPANY RANKINGS:," 13 June 2019 The pair also frequented horse shows and flea markets. Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, "Hollywood 'gangster' James Cagney preferred life on a farm over Hollywood," 20 July 2018 Whether spending hours at a stable or on the horse show circuit, there's a lot of time spent dismounted (and freezing). Leah Melby Clinton, Town & Country, "Behold: The Most Stylish Equestrian Winter Work Suit," 8 Jan. 2019 Insider tip: Visit on a Wednesday or Friday to catch a complimentary Andalusian horse show. Benjamin Kemper, Condé Nast Traveler, "A Guide to Spanish Wine Country," 7 Mar. 2018

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First Known Use of horse show

1813, in the meaning defined above

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horse show

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English Language Learners Definition of horse show

: an event where people bring horses to compete against one another

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