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hackamore

hack·a·more [ ˈha-kə-ˌmȯr]

hackamore

noun

[ˈha-kə-ˌmȯr]

Definition of hackamore

: a bridle with a loop capable of being tightened about the nose in place of a bit or with a slip noose passed over the lower jaw

First Known Use of hackamore

1850, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for hackamore

by folk etymology from Spanish jáquima bridle

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