Vocabulary Entry

halter

|noun • verb

noun

A device used for leading or restraining an animal, especially a horse.

Example Sentences

"She put the halter on the horse before taking it out to the field."

"The trainer examined the halter for any signs of wear."

"He tied the goat to the post with a sturdy halter."

verb

Example Sentences

"The police officer haltered the suspect to prevent him from fleeing."

"They halter the car before it falls off the cliff."

"She tried to halter her excitement as she entered the surprise party."