halter

Noun

• either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight

• a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered

• a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging

• rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading

Verb

• prevent the progress or free movement of
  • He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather
    
  • the imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries
    

• hang with a halter

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  haltere , balancer , hangman's rope , hangman's halter , hemp , hempen necktie , hackamore , hamper , cramp , strangle