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cheekpiece
[ cheek-pees ]
cheekpiece
/ ˈtʃiːkˌpiːs /
noun
- either of the two straps of a bridle that join the bit to the crownpiece
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Word History and Origins
Origin of cheekpiece1
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Example Sentences
Cheekpiece from snaffle bit, iron, incomplete, angular knee with hole for linking element between rein and bit.
From Project Gutenberg
The cheekpiece (A) of the gage must always rest against the working side.
From Project Gutenberg
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