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snaffle
/ˈsnæfəl/
noun
A broad-mouthed, loose-ringed bit (metal in a horse's mouth). It brings pressure to bear on the tongue and bars and corners of the mouth. Often used as a training bit.
Decorative wear that looks like a snaffle.
Synonymsbradoon
verb
To put a snaffle on, or control with a snaffle.
To clutch by the bridle.
To grab or seize; to snap up.
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