lip-strap

English

/lɪpstɹæp/

noun
Definitions
  • A small strap with a buckle running between the cheeks of a bit, to prevent the horse from biting on the cheek of the bit in its mouth.

Etymology

Compound from English lip (verbal impertinence, backtalk, fleshy protrusion around the opening of the mouth) + English strap.

Origin

English

strap

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