surcingle

/ˈsɜːsɪŋɡ(ə)l/ · noun

Meaning

A long unpadded strap to pass over and keep in place a blanket, pack or saddle on an animal.
A piece of tack wrapped around the belly of a horse, to use when longeing.
A girdle to fasten a garment, especially a cassock.
To fasten with a surcingle.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

circingle(English)chambon(English)roller(English)crupper(English)girth strap(English)saddlecloth(English)saddle-cloth(English)overcheck(English)bitting(English)girth(English)reins(English)saddle(English)

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Sources

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