Dismount/dɪsˈmaʊnt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action Use 'dismount' to describe the physical act of getting off a ride or animal. Carefully, the child dismounted the swing set. Pro Tip 2/3Sporting Events 'Dismount' is often used in gymnastics or horseback riding competitions. The gymnast prepared for a flawless dismount from the uneven bars. Pro Tip 3/3End of Journey Indicates the end of a travel sequence, especially on horseback or cycling. At journey's end, they silently dismounted their bicycles.