1-The literal meaning of a word is its original, basic meaning 2-Taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration
A person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth.
To cause someone to feel fear or anxiety.
Frightened or startled, especially used in reference to animals like horses.
Used to indicate an approximate amount, age, or time.
To require something because it is essential or very important.
A female child in relation to her parents.
People whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection.
To sit on and control the movement of an animal, typically a horse.
Used to express a high level of confidence or certainty about something.
To stroke or touch an animal gently and affectionately.
Used to express certainty or agreement (as in "you bet").
A nickname often given to someone or something that is small or short.
Measuring a small distance from end to end or from bottom to top.
To have a horse prepared, saddled, or ready for use.
A major international sporting event held every four years.
A country in Western Europe.
One item belonging to a group of things that I own.
Left a place while riding an animal or a vehicle.
Used to tell someone to avoid danger or to be cautious.
A person living next door to or very near to the speaker.
To drop or tumble from a higher position, such as from the back of a horse.