SINCE 1828
cavesson
noun
cav·es·son
variants:
or caveson \ ˈkavəsən \
plural -s
Definition of cavesson
1
: a noseband made of metal or other stiff material well padded and used on horses especially during breeding or training
2
: a halter or bridle with a cavesson
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