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terret

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈtɛɹɪt/

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noun

Meaning 1

One of the rings on the top of the harness saddle, through which the reins pass.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

Alteration of Middle English toret, turret (“half-ring, eyelet”), from Anglo-Norman turette, diminutive of Old French tur (“circuit, ring”). More at turn.

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  • Finnish: ohjasrengas — Translations