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noun(stir-rup)either of a pair of small light frames or rings for receiving the foot of a rider that are attached by a strap to a saddle and used to aid in mounting and as a support while riding
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noun(stir-rup)a piece resembling a stirrup: such as
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noun(stir-rup)one used as a support or clamp in carpentry and machinery
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noun(stir-rup)the innermost ossicle of the middle ear of mammals —called also stirrup
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noun(stir-rup)a small serving of drink (as wine) taken by a rider about to depart; also : the vessel in which it is served
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noun(stir-rup)a farewell cup
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noun(stir-rup)the looped strap suspending a stirrup
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noun(stir-rup)a portable hand pump held in position by a foot bracket and used for throwing a jet or spray of liquid
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noun(stir-rup)a pair of women's pants that have a strip of fabric on the bottom of each leg that goes underneath the foot