1. hangmans_halter
noun. a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging.
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2. halter
noun. ['ˈhɔltɝ'] rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading.
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Etymology
- halter (English)
- halter (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. halter
noun. ['ˈhɔltɝ'] a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging.
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Etymology
- halter (English)
- halter (Middle English (1100-1500))
4. halter
noun. ['ˈhɔltɝ'] either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight.
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Etymology
- halter (English)
- halter (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. halter
noun. ['ˈhɔltɝ'] a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered.
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Etymology
- halter (English)
- halter (Middle English (1100-1500))