throatlatch
/ˈθroʊtˌlætʃ/
noun
- A strap on a horse's bridle that passes under the throat to keep the bridle in place.
- The leather throatlatch on the old bridle was cracked from years of use.
- Before riding, she checked that the throatlatch was snug but not too tight.
- He adjusted the throatlatch so the horse could breathe comfortably.