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breastband

breastband

6.7
A strap around a horse's chest that helps it pull a cart
  • noun
  • /ˈbrɛstˌbænd/
  • Jargon
translation icon : pechera
  • Before starting the journey, he checked that the breastband was secure and comfortable.

Examples

  • Older carriages often used a breastband instead of a heavy collar for lighter loads.

  • The breastband must be properly fitted to prevent the horse from being injured.

  • The horse wore a sturdy breastband during the race.

  • The coach adjusted the breastband for better support.

  • The coach adjusted the breastband to ensure the horse could pull the cart effectively.

  • Before the race, the trainer ensured the breastband was tightened properly on the horse.

  • A well-fitted breastband is essential for a horse to comfortably pull a carriage.

Surface Forms

breastband singular
breastbands plural

Morphology

breastband = breast + band (transparent) = breast + band

A strap placed at the breast (chest) area of an animal is directly described by the compound elements.

Etymology

Breastband is from breast ('chest') and band ('strap'). So it is a strap that goes around a horse's chest to help it pull a cart or carriage.