Etymology

headstall

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Today it means: The part of a bridle that fits over a horse's head and supports other elements. Full definition →

First used 14th c.
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The story

From head + stall.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 14th c. The part of a bridle that fits over a horse's head and supports other elements.
  • 18th–19th c. A phorbeia.

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