demivolt
/ˈdɛmɪˌvoʊlt/
noun
- A half turn or half leap, especially in horse riding or dressage, where the horse makes a half circle or a partial jump.
- The rider executed a perfect demivolt during the dressage competition.
- The instructor demonstrated a demivolt, then asked the students to try it.
- In classical equestrian training, the demivolt is used to improve the horse's balance.