snaffle bit

/ˌsnæfəl bɪt/
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Other forms: snaffle bits

Definitions of snaffle bit
  1. noun
    a simple jointed bit for a horse; without a curb
    synonyms: snaffle
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    type of:
    bit
    piece of metal held in horse's mouth by reins and used to control the horse while riding
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