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leg up: The act of supporting the foot to boost a rider into the saddle.

legging up: Working a horse in gradual increments to increase stamina.

lugger: A horse with a tendency to pull at its bit.

mare: Any female horse that is at least 5 years old.

markings: Referring to specific areas of coloration on a horse's face and legs.

muzzle: The nose, nostrils and lips of a horse.

near-side: A horse's left side.

off-side: A horse's right side.

outside: In an enclosed area, arena or pen, the side of a horse that is closest to the perimeter.