Halter — synonyms, definition

1. halter (Noun)

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halter (Noun) — Rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading.

halter (Noun) — A rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging.

halter (Noun) — A woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered.

halter (Noun) — Either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight.

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2. halter (Verb)

cramp hamper strangle

halter (Verb) — Hang with a halter.

halter (Verb) — Prevent the progress or free movement of.

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