halter
/ˈhɔːltə/
Meanings
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noun
A type of collar used to lead or control an animal, typically having a loop through which a lead rope is passed.
- "The horse was easily controlled with its halter."
- "The farmer put a halter on the calf before giving it a bath."
Synonyms
headcollar , headpiece , headstall
Rhymes
Words rhyming with halteralter , malter , palter , ralter
Variants
List of all variants of halter that leads to same resulthalter , halteres , halters , haltered , haltering , haltere
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Old English haltel, from haltian to draw or hold.
Trivia
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The term 'halter' comes from the Old English word 'haltel', which means 'drawing or holding'.
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In ancient Rome, gladiators would sometimes wear halters to signify their defeat and impending execution.
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The term 'halter' is also used in the context of the gallows, where the condemned person is hanged by a noose that is attached to a halter.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
lead rope: A long, flexible rope used to attach the lead end of a halter to control an animal.
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bridle: A headgear used to control a horse, consisting of a bit, reins, and browband.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the term 'halter' is often used metaphorically to represent a state of subjugation or control. In art, images of animals with halters can symbolize the relationship between human dominion and animal instinct.
How to Memorize "halter"
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visualize
- Visualize a farmer putting a halter on a calf, or imagine a horse being led with a halter and lead rope.
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associate
- Associate the word 'halter' with the image of an animal being controlled or led, or remember that it is a type of collar used for animals.
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mnemonics
- Use the phrase 'Halter leads animals' to help remember the meaning of the word.
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