halter

noun

hal·ter | \ ˈhȯl-tər

Definition of halter

(Entry 1 of 2)

1a : a rope or strap for leading or tying an animal

b : a headstall usually with noseband and throatlatch to which a lead may be attached

2 : a rope for hanging criminals : noose also : death by hanging

3 : a woman's blouse or top that leaves the back, arms, and midriff bare and that is typically held in place by straps around the neck and across the back

halter

verb

haltered; haltering\ ˈhȯl-t(ə-)riŋ

Definition of halter (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

1a : to catch with or as if with a halter also : to put a halter on

b : hang

2 : to put restraint upon : hamper

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Onlookers first got a glimpse of the rock on the red carpet where the The Weight of These Wings singer wore a neon green sequined halter dress with dangling gemstone earrings. — Jennifer Aldrich, Country Living, "Miranda Lambert Flaunted Her New Wedding Ring at the ACMs and We're Obsessed," 9 Apr. 2019 For the occasion, Priyanka stunned in a sparkling black halter gown by Elie Saab. — Lauren Alexis Fisher, Harper's BAZAAR, "Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas Attend the Oscars Party Where They First Met," 25 Feb. 2019 Getty Images Getty Images Getty Images Aside from the butt cheek and thigh muscles going on here, Kendall’s statement black dress featured a plunging, halter neck cut-out up front, an amazing cut-out back, and ombre shaded detail at the waist. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Kendall Jenner's Oscars After Party Dress Was Nearly-Naked From the Waist Down," 25 Feb. 2019 So, why isn't Meghan giving up her white halter gown? — Rachel Epstein, Marie Claire, "Why Meghan Markle's Second Wedding Dress Won't Be On Display for the Public," 30 Aug. 2018 Meghan's sequined black halter, leather skirt, blue and white sundress, and even her wedding veil were all reminiscent of the late royal's style. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Meghan Markle Channeled One of Princess Diana's Most Famous Outfits," 15 Jan. 2019 And fellow catwalker Adesuwa Aighewi, strolling hand in hand with a friend, still bore a few shining traces of the metallic graffiti makeup that punctuated the designer’s graphic runway halter. — Vogue, "The Best Street Style Beauty at London Fashion Week," 18 Sep. 2018 This yellow dress comes on the heels of Stella McCartney releasing a line of wedding dresses, including the white halter-neck gown Meghan wore to her wedding reception at Frogmore House. — Marina Liao, Marie Claire, "Amal Clooney's Yellow Stella McCartney Dress From the Royal Wedding Is Finally Available," 19 Dec. 2018 The Duchess of Sussex stepped out for the charity show, taking place at London's Palladium Theatre, wearing a black halter look by Safiyaa. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Meghan Markle Wears a Black Safiyaa Look at the Royal Variety Performance," 19 Nov. 2018

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halter

noun

English Language Learners Definition of halter

: a set of straps placed around a horse's head so that the horse can be led or tied

: a piece of clothing worn on a woman's upper body that is held in place by straps around the neck and back and that leaves the back, arms, and shoulders bare

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halter

noun

hal·ter | \ ˈhȯl-tər