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unhorse

[ˌʌnˈhɔːs]

unhorse Definition

to throw or knock someone off a horse.

Using unhorse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unhorse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The knight was unhorsed by his opponent's lance.

  • Example

    The sudden movement of the horse caused the rider to be unhorsed.

  • Example

    The jockey was unhorsed during the race.

unhorse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unhorse

Phrases with unhorse

  • to remove someone from a position of authority or control

    Example

    The president was unhorsed from power after the military coup.

  • to be defeated or proven wrong in a debate or discussion

    Example

    He was unhorsed by her logical argument and had nothing to say in response.

  • to be unable to cope with a difficult situation or problem

    Example

    The company was unhorsed by the economic crisis and had to declare bankruptcy.

Origins of unhorse

from 'un-' meaning 'reverse of' and 'horse'

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Summary: unhorse in Brief

'Unhorse' [ˌʌnˈhɔːs] means to throw or knock someone off a horse. It can also be used figuratively, such as 'unhorsed from power,' meaning to remove someone from a position of authority or control. Other examples include 'unhorsed by an argument,' meaning to be defeated in a debate, and 'unhorsed by a crisis,' meaning to be unable to cope with a difficult situation.