Martingale
[mɑ:tiŋgeil]
Definition
(noun.) a harness strap that connects the nose piece to the girth; prevents the horse from throwing back its head.
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Definition
(n.) Alt. of Martingal
Typist: Sharif
Definition
n. a strap passing between a horse's forelegs fastened to the girth and to the bit to keep his head down: in ships a short spar under the bowsprit.—Also Mar′tingal.
Typist: Willie
Examples
- Ask Martingale; he was in Spain, aide-de-camp to General Blazes. William Makepeace Thackeray. Vanity Fair.
- Major Martingale never thought about asking to see the marriage licence, Captain Cinqbars was perfectly enchanted with her skill in making punch. William Makepeace Thackeray. Vanity Fair.
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