choke chain

noun

A dog collar designed to pinch or squeeze the dog or other animal when the leash is pulled.

Meanings

nounchoke chain (plural choke chains)

plural choke chains

  1. A dog collar designed to pinch or squeeze the dog or other animal when the leash is pulled.

    But this Christmas the smartest, most practical presents for dogs or dog owners are THE ORIGINAL Stainless Steel "ADD-A-LINK" DOG COLLARS choke chain and square link collars that are adjustable to perfect fit.

    1940, The American Kennel Gazette, volume 57, page 223

    Synonyms: choke collar

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA dog collar designed to pinch or squeeze the dog or other animal when the leash is pulled.

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