halter

HALT'ER, n. One who halts or limps.

HALT'ER, n.

1. A rope or strap and head-stall for leading or confining a horse.

2. A rope for hanging malefactors.

3. A strong cord or string.

HALT'ER, v.t. To put a halter on; as, to halter a horse.

1. To catch and hold, or to bind with a rope or cord.