halter

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noun

hal·ter ˈhȯl-tər How to pronounce halter (audio)

: a rope or strap for leading or tying an animal

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

: a rope for hanging criminals : noose

also : death by hanging

: 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

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Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

As one of the cover star's for CR Fashion Book Issue 21, which hits newsstands on September 21, the Kylie Cosmetics mogul repped her beauty brand in custom halter top entirely made of lipsticks from her famed lip kits.

Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2022 After a patchwork halter bralette, maxi skirt combination for the finale look, the show closed out with another mood-boosting performance.

Jamila Stewart, Essence, 14 Sep. 2022 Textural elements, such as a lush metallic fringe used to create a diamond-halter dress or an embroidery that put one in mind of wisteria, likewise were key.

Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2022 Kylie, who recently turned 25, wore a tight black latex skirt with a black corset top featuring halter straps, and held a black faux feather boa draped around her arms.

Seventeen, 8 Sep. 2022 The Duchess of Sussex paired a white halter tank with tan belted culottes.

Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 6 Sep. 2022 The look consisted of a white halter sweater by Anine Bing and beige pleated wide-leg wool pants by Brandon Maxwell.

Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Sep. 2022 According to Vogue, the actor hit the red carpet on September 2 in a completely custom red halter jumpsuit by designer Haider Ackermann featuring a completely open back.

Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2022 In his boldest red carpet look yet, Chalamet enlisted the help of his favorite designer and close friend Haider Ackermann for a custom halter jumpsuit.

Liam Hess, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English, from Old English hælftre; akin to Old High German halftra halter, Old English hielfe helve

First Known Use

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Verb

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

单词	haltering
释义	halter 1 of 2 noun hal·ter ˈhȯl-tər 1 a : 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 Illustration of halter halter 1b halter 2 of 2 verb haltered; haltering ˈhȯl-t(ə-)riŋ transitive verb 1 a : to catch with or as if with a halter also : to put a halter on b : hang 2 : to put restraint upon : hamper Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web Noun As one of the cover star's for CR Fashion Book Issue 21, which hits newsstands on September 21, the Kylie Cosmetics mogul repped her beauty brand in custom halter top entirely made of lipsticks from her famed lip kits. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2022 After a patchwork halter bralette, maxi skirt combination for the finale look, the show closed out with another mood-boosting performance. Jamila Stewart, Essence, 14 Sep. 2022 Textural elements, such as a lush metallic fringe used to create a diamond-halter dress or an embroidery that put one in mind of wisteria, likewise were key. Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Sep. 2022 Kylie, who recently turned 25, wore a tight black latex skirt with a black corset top featuring halter straps, and held a black faux feather boa draped around her arms. Seventeen, 8 Sep. 2022 The Duchess of Sussex paired a white halter tank with tan belted culottes. Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 6 Sep. 2022 The look consisted of a white halter sweater by Anine Bing and beige pleated wide-leg wool pants by Brandon Maxwell. Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Sep. 2022 According to Vogue, the actor hit the red carpet on September 2 in a completely custom red halter jumpsuit by designer Haider Ackermann featuring a completely open back. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2022 In his boldest red carpet look yet, Chalamet enlisted the help of his favorite designer and close friend Haider Ackermann for a custom halter jumpsuit. Liam Hess, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English, from Old English hælftre; akin to Old High German halftra halter, Old English hielfe helve First Known Use Noun before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Kids Definition halter noun hal·ter ˈhȯl-tər 1 : a set of straps placed around an animal's head so the animal can be led or tied 2 : an article of clothing worn on a woman's upper body and held in place by straps around the neck and back haltering verb present participle of halter as in roping Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance roping lassoing collaring trapping snatching grabbing gloving capturing corralling catching seizing snagging hooking snaring bagging detaining apprehending grappling nailing nobbling landing rapping nabbing netting cornering getting glomming copping grasping arresting securing baying clasping fisting holding gripping entangling snapping (up) rending wresting ensnaring enmeshing clutching entrapping kidnapping meshing abducting latching (on or onto) fastening (on) kidnaping immeshing spiriting (away or off) Antonyms & Near Antonyms missing freeing releasing discharging loosening liberating dropping unhanding See More
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halter

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verb

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