Leash
Definition of Leash
Pronunciation: lēsh | n. | 1. | A thong of leather, or a long cord, by which a person may hold or restrain an animal, such as a falconer holding his hawk, or a courser his dog. For dogs and cats, the leash is commonly attached to a collar around the neck of the animal. | | 2. | (Sporting) A brace and a half; a tierce; three; three creatures of any kind, especially greyhounds, foxes, bucks, and hares; hence, the number three in general. | | 3. | (Weaving) A string with a loop at the end for lifting warp threads, in a loom. | | v. t. | 1. | To tie together, or hold, with a leash. |
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