Martingale Definition & Meaning

martingale
noun
  1. a harness strap that connects the nose piece to the girth; prevents the horse from throwing back its head
  2. spar under the bowsprit of a sailboat

"Martingale" in song lyrics

See how martingale is used in real songs:

  • "difference between running martingale and standing martingale"
    AOL — AOL
  • "running martingale"
    AOL — AOL
  • "western martingale"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with martingale

Usage tips for "martingale"

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