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snaffle

/ˈsnæfəl/
noun
  1. 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.

  2. Decorative wear that looks like a snaffle.

Synonymsbradoon
verb
  1. To put a snaffle on, or control with a snaffle.

  2. To clutch by the bridle.

  3. To grab or seize; to snap up.

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