Headstall: meaning, definitions and examples

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headstall

 

[ หˆhษ›dหŒstษ”l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

horse equipment

A headstall is a piece of horse equipment that fits around the horse's head and holds the bit in place. It is used to control the horse while riding.

Synonyms

bridle, halter, headgear.

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Word Description / Examples
headstall

Used in the context of equestrian activities, a headstall is the part of a bridle or halter that goes around a horse's head.

  • She adjusted the headstall to fit the horse snugly
bridle

Commonly used in horseback riding, the bridle is an assemblage of straps that includes the headstall, bit, and reins. It is placed on the horse's head to control and guide it.

  • He quickly put the bridle on the horse before mounting
halter

Typically used to lead or tie a horse, a halter is a simpler form made up of a headstall and a lead rope, without a bit.

  • She used a halter to lead the horse to the stables
headgear

A more general term, headgear refers to any equipment worn on the head for protection, control, or fashion, including helmets, hats, or medical devices.

  • The jockeys wore specialized headgear for safety during the race

Examples of usage

  • The headstall was beautifully decorated with silver conchos.
  • She adjusted the headstall on the horse before mounting.
  • I need to replace the old headstall with a new one.
  • The headstall should be properly fitted to ensure the horse's comfort.
  • Make sure the headstall is secure before riding.

Translations

Translations of the word "headstall" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cabeรงada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฟเคฐ เค•เคพ เคชเคŸเฅเคŸเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zaumkopfstรผck

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kepala kendali

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะปัŒะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kantar

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ ญ็ตก (ใจใ†ใ‚‰ใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bride

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cabezada

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baลŸlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตด๋ ˆ ๋จธ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุณู† ุงู„ุฑุฃุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uzdeฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฌผๅคด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uzda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรถfuรฐleรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั ั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒแƒ•แƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒฌแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baลŸlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cabezada

Etymology

The word headstall originated from Middle English 'hedstal', which combines 'hed' (head) and 'stal' (stall). It has been used in the context of horse equipment for centuries, evolving from simply a strap to hold the bit in place to a more decorative and functional piece of gear for riders.

See also: beheader, head, headache, headband, headbands, header, headgear, headhunter, heading, headland, headline, headman, headmaster, headmistress, headpiece, headquarters, headrest, headscarf, headset, headshot, headsman, headstrong, headwear, headwind, headwrap, hothead, overhead.