Definition
A type of horse bridle that uses a noseband and chin strap rather than a bit, allowing control through pressure on the nose and face instead of the mouth. Common in Western riding.
Example Usage
The trainer preferred using a hackamore for young horses to avoid irritating their sensitive mouths.
Origin
From Spanish 'jáquima,' influenced by English 'hack' (a riding horse); the Spanish term itself derives from Arabic 'shakima.'
Fun Fact
Hackamores are gentler than bitted bridles and are often used in horse training to develop responsiveness without mouth pain.
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