noseband

[nohz-band]

noun

1. that part of a bridle or halter that passes over the animal's nose.

noseband

/ ˈnəʊzˌbænd /

noun

1. Also called: nosepiece. the detachable part of a horse's bridle that goes around the nose

Other Word Forms

• nosebanded adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of noseband¹

First recorded in 1605–15; nose + band ²

Example Sentences

The plover’s golden eye and red noseband made it look like one of the dancers in the Bladder Feast.

From Literature

He used to pull a little bit, which is why he has a crossed noseband, but he's settling down now, I just didn't want to take it off before the winter.

From The Guardian

Later, as Imperial Commander took the ovation, Walsh could be seen standing up in the saddle as Kauto Star's white noseband approached through the gloom.

From The Guardian

The noseband method is generally adopted by polo players.

From Project Gutenberg

Yonnie, the Ayrshire bull, tossed his head and sat as the rope tightened on his noseband.

From Project Gutenberg