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Meaning of sit astride
The primary meaning of "sit astride" is to sit with a leg on either side of something.
Etymology of sit astride
The phrase "sit astride" comes from the verb "stride", which means to stand or walk with long steps, and the prefix "a-", which indicates a position on or across something. The word "stride" has its roots in Old English "strīdan", which is also related to the Old Norse "stríða", meaning to stride or step.
Synonyms
Definitions
- To sit with a leg on either side of something, typically a horse, bicycle, or other vehicle, with one's legs apart and feet resting on the ground or on footrests.
- To be situated on or across something, such as a boundary or a line, with parts on either side.
Usage Examples
- She sat astride her horse, guiding it through the dense forest.
- The city sits astride the river, with parts of it on either bank.
- He sat astride the fence, unsure which side to jump down to.
Antonyms
sit on
sit under
sit beside
sit behind
sit in front of
sit inside
sit within
sit under
sit below
sit above
sit aside
sit away
sit off
sit apart
sit separately
sit alone
sit singly
sit individually