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halter

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɔːltər/

A headgear consisting of straps that fits around a horse's head to allow it to be led or tied.

She adjusted the horse's halter before leading it into the trailer.
The animal was tied to the fence by its halter while the rider prepared the saddle.
He kept a spare halter in the barn in case the leather one broke.

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