throatlatch

American  

[throht-lach] / ˈθroʊtˌlætʃ /

noun

1. a strap that passes under a horse's throat and helps to hold a bridle or halter in place.

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Etymology

Origin of throatlatch

First recorded in 1785–95; throat + latch

Example Sentences

Samuel slipped the bit in Doxology’s reluctant mouth, set the brow band, and buckled the throatlatch.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck

I have a mule which has a swelling on the throat about where the throatlatch touches.

From One Thousand Questions in California Agriculture Answered by Wickson, Edward J. (Edward James)

Now the black neck was straight and taut, flatcapped by the slim ears that lay close to the throatlatch.

From Thoroughbreds by Fraser, William Alexander

The throatlatch should admit four fingers between it and the throat.

From Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training by Department, U. S. War