Withers Definition & Meaning

withers
noun
  1. the highest part of the back at the base of the neck of various animals especially draft animals

"Withers" in song lyrics

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  • "I've heard it written that every flower withers"
    Horrorshow — Celepram
  • "jane withers"
    AOL — AOL
  • "bill withers"
    AOL — AOL

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