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- [hak-uh-mawr, -mohr]
- /ˈhæk əˌmɔr, -ˌmoʊr/
- /hˈakəmˌɔː/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [hak-uh-mawr, -mohr]
- /ˈhæk əˌmɔr, -ˌmoʊr/
Definitions of hackamore word
- noun hackamore a simple looped bridle, by means of which controlling pressure is exerted on the nose of a horse, used chiefly in breaking colts. 1
- noun hackamore Western U.S. any of several forms of halter used especially for breaking horses. 1
- noun hackamore A bridle without a bit, operating by exerting pressure on the horse’s nose. 1
- noun hackamore a rope or rawhide halter used for unbroken foals 0
- noun hackamore a rope or rawhide halter with a headstall, used in breaking horses 0
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Origin of hackamore
First appearance:
before 1840 One of the 33% newest English words
1840-50, Americanism; alteration (by folk etymology) of Spanish jáquima headstall < Arabic shaqīmah
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Parts of speech for Hackamore
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
hackamore popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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hackamore usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for hackamore
noun hackamore
- control — Control of an organization, place, or system is the power to make all the important decisions about the way that it is run.
- deterrent — A deterrent is something that prevents people from doing something by making them afraid of what will happen to them if they do it.
- leash — a chain, strap, etc., for controlling or leading a dog or other animal; lead.
- curb — If you curb something, you control it and keep it within limits.
- restraint — a restraining action or influence: freedom from restraint.
Antonyms for hackamore
noun hackamore
- liberation — the act of liberating or the state of being liberated.
- encouragement — The action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope.
Top questions with hackamore
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