King Salman Global Academy launches Arabic equestrian glossary
RIYADH: The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language in collaboration with the Equestrian Authority has launched an Arabic glossary of equestrian terms.
The resource targets enthusiasts and individuals interested in equestrianism and horses, aligning with the academy's strategic goals to develop specialized glossaries that support the objectives of the Human Capability Development Program, a key component of Saudi Vision 2030.
Abdullah bin Saleh Al-Washmi, the academy's secretary-general, highlighted its role as Saudi Arabia's primary Arabic language reference, with its glossary development efforts serving key sectors.
He said the significant cultural importance of equestrianism in the Kingdom had led to the development of the glossary, which includes terms for competitions, participation, horse descriptions, Arabian breed distinctions, colors, and ages.
The dictionary is an authoritative reference work, with a complete vocabulary of horsemanship.
Scholars and enthusiasts can readily access precise information, while the dictionary also serves the vital purpose of cultural preservation. By recording the rich terminology Arab horsemen have employed throughout history, the resource ensures that traditional equestrian knowledge and linguistic heritage will endure for generations to come, he added.
The academy's objectives for the dictionary include bolstering academic research in Arabic linguistics and history by offering rich equestrian terminology, enhancing digital and print Arabic content with thorough horsemanship information, and establishing collaboration with the Equestrian Authority to continuously update the reference work with new definitions reflecting evolving needs in the field.
The initiative aligns with the academy's broader mission to safeguard the integrity and identity of the Arabic language through various linguistic programs.
The organization continues to support Arabic in both spoken and written forms while facilitating Arabic language education within Saudi Arabia and internationally.
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