astride

• Adverbe signifiant « avec une jambe de chaque côté de quelque chose » ou « en position assise à califourchon ». Peut aussi s'employer au sens figuré pour indiquer « qui enjambe » ou « qui s'étend au-dessus » de quelque chose.

An adverb meaning "with one leg on each side of something" or "in a straddling position." It can also be used figuratively to mean "spanning across" or "extending over" something.

1. With one leg on each sideB2formal

   Positioned with a leg on either side of something, such as a horse, chair, or object.

   à califourchon

   • He sat astride the horse with confidence.
   • She perched astride the fence, watching the game.
   • The rider sat astride the motorcycle, ready to go.

   Synonymesastraddle

2. With legs stretched far apartB2formal

   Standing or sitting with the legs widely separated.

   les jambes écartées

   • He stood astride the narrow path, blocking the way.
   • The gymnast landed astride the balance beam.
   • She sat astride the bench, stretching her legs.

   Synonymesastraddle