lead rope (B1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /liːd roʊp/
Definition
A lead rope is a rope used to lead or guide an animal, typically a horse, by attaching it to the animal's halter. It is usually made of a durable material such as nylon or cotton and comes in various lengths and thicknesses.
Examples
She clipped the lead rope to the horse's halter and began to walk him around the arena.
The trainer always carried a spare lead rope in her pocket, just in case.
The lead rope was long enough for the horse to graze comfortably while still being under control.
How to Use lead rope
- clip the lead rope to (verb phrase)
- to attach the lead rope to an animal's halter — "She clipped the lead rope to the horse's halter and began to walk him."
- hold the lead rope (verb phrase)
- to grasp or control the lead rope — "The rider carefully held the lead rope as she walked her horse."
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