headstall
horsemanship
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A headstall is a component of a bridle or halter that encircles a horse's head. It is part of the headgear used to control an animal, typically a horse. The headstall holds the bit, a metal bar placed in the animal's mouth, and is connected to reins, which the rider or driver uses to guide the horse. Some headstalls also feature blinkers, which are leather flaps that restrict side vision to prevent the animal from becoming startled or distracted. The use of bits and headstalls dates back to the Bronze Age.12
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