latigo
Americannoun
plural
latigos, latigoesEtymology
Origin of latigo
1870–75, < Spanish látigo whip, cinch strap, perhaps < Gothic *laittug; compare Old English lāttēh leading rein, equivalent to lād- lead 1 + tēh, tēah tie
Example Sentences
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Made Solid’s colorful assortment of antique African trade beads, sewn onto a cognac latigo leather strap, is just the thing for the person with everything.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023
He was lacing the latigo through the cinch rings when there was a small stir behind him.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
Charming Billy, fumbling the latigo absently, felt a sudden belligerence toward her father.
From The Long Shadow by Bower, B. M.
After maneuvering around the corral several times, Ted managed to dodge the flying hoofs long enough to slip the saddle and tie the latigo.
From Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur by Taylor, Edward C.
"Tough luck," he remarked, as he adjusted the latigo strap.
From The Gold Girl by Hendryx, James B. (James Beardsley)
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