n.

1. （马等的）笼头；缰绳
2. 绞索；绞刑
3. 露背背心
4. 【昆】（双翅目昆虫的）平衡棒（复数halteres）

vt.

1. 给……套上缰绳
2. 限制，束缚
3. 绞死

n.

1. a rope or strap placed around the head of an animal and used to lead or tether it.
   ▸archaic a noose for hanging a person.
2. a strap passing behind the neck by which the bodice of a sleeveless dress or top is held in place.

v.

1. put a halter on (an animal).
2. archaic hang (someone).