witherband

English

noun
Definitions
  • (obsolete) A piece of iron fixed in a saddle near a horse's withers, to strengthen the bow.

Etymology

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

Origin

English

band

Gloss

swaddling clothes

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