noun
halter
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noun
1
A rope or strap fitted around an animal's head, used to lead or restrain it.
"She clipped a lead rope to the horse's halter."
2
A top that ties or fastens behind the neck, leaving the back and shoulders bare.
"She wore a bright red halter top to the party."
verb
1
To fit a halter onto an animal.
"He haltered the pony before leading it into the paddock."
How to Use Halter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the strap used to lead an animal, or a sleeveless top tied behind the neck.
Common pairings
halter top
lead by the halter
Word Forms
haltered past tense, halters plural, halters plural, halters singular
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Etymology
From Old English hælftre, related to a word meaning "harness."