noun
halter
HOL-tuh
Halter (noun) means a rope or strap fitted around an animal's head, used to lead or restrain it. Example: “She clipped a lead rope to the horse's halter.”
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
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Word forms
- Plural
- halters
- Third person singular
- halters
- Past tense
- haltered
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She clipped a lead rope to the horse's _____.
Etymology
From Old English hælftre, related to a word meaning "harness."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for halter
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What does “halter” mean?
The word “halter” means a rope or strap fitted around an animal's head, used to lead or restrain it. In plain terms, either the strap used to lead an animal, or a sleeveless top tied behind the neck.
How do you pronounce “halter”?
“Halter” is pronounced HOL-tuh (/ˈhɔltɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “halter” in a sentence?
Here is “halter” used in a sentence: “She clipped a lead rope to the horse's halter.”
What part of speech is “halter”?
Depending on how it is used, “halter” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “halter” come from?
The word “halter” comes from Old English. From Old English hælftre, related to a word meaning "harness.".
How many meanings does “halter” have?
“Halter” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a rope or strap fitted around an animal's head, used to lead or restrain it.
