1. performing a leap in which a horse raises its hind legs while the front legs are still on the ground
Usage: equestrian

Examples

• The stallion was curveting in the arena, showing off for the crowd.
• She watched her horse curveting playfully in the pasture.
• The trained horse began curveting on command during the dressage performance.
• After being confined to the stable, the mare started curveting with excitement.
• The rider struggled to control the horse that kept curveting instead of walking straight.
• During the parade, the ceremonial horses were curveting in perfect synchronization.