browband

English

noun
Definitions
  • Part of a horse's bridle that runs from just under one ear, across the forehead, to just under the other ear, preventing the bridle from sliding down.
  • A band of fur of a contrasting colour on an animal's brow.

Etymology

Compound from English brow + English band (swaddling clothes).

Origin

English

band

Gloss

swaddling clothes

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