A line for binding or attaching anything; normally one composed of twisted threads of spun vegetable… A cord for leading or dragging along a…

A string, strap, or chain, by which a child or animal is held in hand, led, or tied up. literal and figurative.

A rope for tying up or leading a horse, mule, etc., by the head.

a leading-string.

a rope used as a lead for a horse or ox; also figurative.

A cord for leading an animal. Cf. leading-rein n.

A rope used in place of reins to guide a team of mules or other animals.

a guiding or leading rein.

A rope attached to the head of an animal. Now rare.