Halter Definition & Meaning
halter
- noun
- rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading
- a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging
- a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered
- either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight
- verb
- hang with a halter
- prevent the progress or free movement of; "He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather"; "the imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries"
"Halter" in song lyrics
See how halter is used in real songs:
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"yearling black leather halter"
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"king leather halter"
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"cotton web horse halter"
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Words that rhyme with halter
Usage tips for "halter"
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