Word Information

Halter

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Definitions for Halter

noun
rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading
Synonyms
noun
a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging
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hangman's rope hangman's halter hemp hempen necktie
noun
a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered
noun
either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects
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Examples
  1. used for maintaining equilibrium during flight
verb
hang with a halter
verb
prevent the progress or free movement of
Synonyms
Examples
  1. He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather
  2. the imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries
adjective
disabled in the feet or legs
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Examples
  1. a crippled soldier
  2. a game leg

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