halter
Translation
halter, headstall, halter top
Examples
He led the horse by its halter.
He led the horse by its halter.
She wore a beautiful silk halter top.
She wore a beautiful silk halter top.
Grammar Patterns
a halter (for an animal) a rope or strap for leading an animal He led the horse by its halter.
a halter (top) a piece of clothing held up by a strap around the neck She wore a beautiful silk halter top.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (for horse) headstall, bridle; (for clothing) halter top, backless top
Etymology
From the same root as 'halt' and 'hold', meaning something that 'holds' or restrains an animal's head.
Memory Tips
A 'halter' *halts* or *holds* a horse. For clothes, it 'holds' onto the neck.