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- halter 1b
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a
: a rope or strap for leading or tying an animal
b
: a headstall usually with noseband and throatlatch to which a lead may be attached
2
: a rope for hanging criminals : noose
also
: death by hanging
3
: a woman's blouse or top that leaves the back, arms, and midriff bare and that is typically held in place by straps around the neck and across the back
haltered; haltering
ˈhȯl-t(ə-)riŋ 
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Mikelle Street, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024
On hand to help induct Cher, Zendaya — impeccably dressed in an abdomen-grazing halter dress as a visual nod to her hero — made sure to highlight one of the most enduring legacies of the singer’s career.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2024
Bailey Richards, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
Cox, on the other hand, channeled preppy-chic in a bold three-piece set featuring a blazer, mini pleated skirt, and halter top in a striking red, white, and blue stripe pattern, adding a fresh, patriotic flair to her courtside style.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 7 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Posing alongside Ciara, Wang wore a thin black bandeau top with Y-neck white halter dress.
—Mikelle Street, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024
On hand to help induct Cher, Zendaya — impeccably dressed in an abdomen-grazing halter dress as a visual nod to her hero — made sure to highlight one of the most enduring legacies of the singer’s career.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2024
Verb
For one of her looks, the model wore a red lace halter bra and matching bottoms, plus a beaded fringe jacket that was buttoned closed to hide her stomach.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
Cox, on the other hand, channeled preppy-chic in a bold three-piece set featuring a blazer, mini pleated skirt, and halter top in a striking red, white, and blue stripe pattern, adding a fresh, patriotic flair to her courtside style.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 7 Sep. 2024
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“Halter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/halter. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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