riding halter

noun

A type of rope halter specifically designed to be used for riding horses. It is considered a type of bitless bridle. Ithas two rings set low on the noseband for the purpose of attaching reins. Horse control is achieved by direct pressure on the nose.

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nounriding halter (plural riding halters)

plural riding halters

  1. A type of rope halter specifically designed to be used for riding horses. It is considered a type of bitless bridle. Ithas two rings set low on the noseband for the purpose of attaching reins. Horse control is achieved by direct pressure on the nose.
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