equestrian /ɪˈkwɛs.tri.ən/adjective 2noun 2forms 3 adjective2 •Of horseback riding or horseback riders.They were an equestrian people.After his death an equestrian statue was erected. •(historical) Of or relating to the ancient Roman class of equites. noun2 •One who rides a horse. •(historical) Synonym of eques. formsequestrians · more equestrian · most equestrian