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
“I guess you’re ridin’ the best horse to-day,” said Smith, as he dropped from the saddle to retie his latigo.
From 'Me--Smith' by Hoskins, Gayle Porter
Fasten your latigo or cinch straps to the lower ring.
From Camp and Trail by White, Stewart Edward
He turned back to the latigo he was drawing tight.
From The Desert Valley by Gregory, Jackson
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