The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word SADDLED
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does SADDLED mean?
SADDLED verb- To put a saddle on (an animal).
- To get into a saddle.
- To burden or encumber.
- Wearing a saddle.