halter

The word “halter” has 2 syllables: hal-ter.

It's pronounced as /ˈhɔːl.tər/.


What is synonym and antonym for halter?

In the thesaurus, “halter” has 11 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for halter along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for halter

  • collar
  • cord
  • corral
  • curb
  • glove
  • harness
  • lasso
  • leash
  • rope
  • shackle
  • trap

Antonyms for halter

  • discharge
  • free
  • miss
  • release

Meanings of halter

  • noun
    1. A bitless headpiece of rope or straps, placed on the head of animals such as cattle or horses to lead or tie them.
    2. A rope with a noose, for hanging criminals; the gallows rope.
    3. A halter top.
    4. One who halts or limps; a cripple.
    5. A small knobbed structure in some two-winged insects, one of a pair that are flapped rapidly and function as accelerometers to maintain stability in flight.
  • verb
    1. To place a halter on.

Example Sentences

  • She led the horse by the halter to the pasture.
  • The halter slipped off the horse's head as it neighed.
  • The cowboy tied the halter to the fence post before grooming the horse.
  • The trainer adjusted the halter to fit the horse comfortably.
  • The halter was decorated with intricate designs for the show.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to halter, such as: collar, cord, corral, curb, discharge, free, glove.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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lassoing

  • capturing
  • collaring
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  • grabbing
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  • nailing
  • roping
  • snagging
  • snaring
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