a rope or strap with a noose or headstall for leading or restraining horses or cattle.

a rope with a noose for hanging criminals; the hangman's noose; gallows.

death by hanging.

Also called halter top. a woman's top, secured behind the neck and across the back, leaving the arms, shoulders, upperback, and often the midriff bare.

to put a halter on; restrain as by a halter.

to hang (a person).

(of a garment) having a neckline consisting of a cord, strap, band, or the like that is attached to or forms part of the front of a backless and sleeveless bodice and extends around the neck

a halter dress.

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bodice , bridle , fetter , leash , noose , restrain , rope , strap