crownpiece

(ˈkraʊnˌpiːs)

1. the piece forming or fitting the top of something

2. (Horse Training, Riding & Manège) the strap of a bridle that goes over a horse's head behind the ears

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crown•piece

(ˈkraʊnˌpis)

n.

the strap of a bridle that fits across the head of a horse.

[1640–50]

Translations

dessus-de-tête

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