Definition of "halter" in English

noun

1. A bitless headpiece of rope or straps, placed on the head of animals such as cattle or horses to lead or tie them.

2. A rope with a noose, for hanging criminals; the gallows rope.

3. A halter top.

verb

1. (transitive) To place a halter on.

   • What do you mean, you didn't halter the horses when we stopped for the night?

noun

1. One who halts or limps; a cripple.

noun

1. Alternative form of haltere.