plural halters
1
: a set of straps placed around a horse's head so that the horse can be led or tied
2
: 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
called also halter top
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“Halter.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/halter. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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