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Halter (Noun)

Rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The groom carefully fitted the halter to the nervous young filly's head, making sure it was secure but not too tight.
The farmer led the plow horse out to the field, holding the rope attached to its halter as they began the day's work.
The rider slipped the halter off her horse's head and replaced it with the bridle, ready to begin their training session.
The ranch hand tied the rope of the halter to a post, leaving the horse to graze while he went to saddle up the others.
The child watched as her favorite pony was led into the arena, its halter shining with brass fittings that matched its gleaming bridle.

A rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The hangman carefully adjusted the halter around the prisoner's neck before leading him to the gallows.
The executioner tested the halter to ensure it was secure and would not fail during the hanging.
In the old days, a simple halter made of rope was used to carry out executions by hanging.
The halter was placed around the condemned man's neck, and he was given a few moments to say his final words.
As the trapdoor opened, the halter tightened around the prisoner's neck, ending his life instantly.

Either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight.

Nouns denoting animals.

The housefly's halters play a crucial role in its flight dynamics by helping it maintain balance and stability in the air.
The halters of the dipterous insects are non-functional as wings but serve as vital gyroscopic organs that aid in flight.
During flight, the halters of a fly oscillate rapidly, allowing the insect to adjust its equilibrium and navigation.
The halters are a distinctive feature of the diptera order, setting them apart from other flying insects.
The morphology of the halters varies across different species of dipterous insects, reflecting diverse adaptations to their respective flight behaviors.

A woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

She wore a halter top to the beach, feeling confident and stylish.
The halter exposed her toned back and shoulders, which she had worked hard to achieve through exercise.
Her halter was made of a lightweight, breathable fabric that kept her cool in the warm sun.
The halter top was a flattering choice for the party, accentuating her curves and elegance.
She paired her jeans with a halter and statement necklace for a chic and casual look.