saddle
sad·dle / ˈsadl/ • n. 1. a seat fastened on the back of a horse or other animal for riding, typically made of leather and raised at the front and rear. ∎ a seat on a bicycle or motorcycle.2. something resembling a saddle in appearance, function, or position, in particular: ∎ a low part of a ridge between two higher points or peaks. ∎ Math. a low region of a curve between two high points, esp. (in three dimensions) one representing the highest point of a curve in one direction and the lowest point in another direction. ∎ a shaped support on which a cable, wire, or pipe rests.3. a large cut of meat consisting of the two loins.• v. [tr.] put a saddle on (a horse): he was in the stable saddling up his horse. ∎ (usu. be saddled with) burden (someone) with an onerous responsibility or task: he's saddled with debts of $12 million.PHRASES: in the saddle in a position of control or responsibility.