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Pelham

[pel-uhm]

noun

a bit that is used with two pairs of reins, designed to serve the purpose of a full bridle.

Origin:
after the proper name Pelham

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Henry, 1696–1754, British statesman: prime minister 1743–54 (brother of Thomas Pelham-Holles).

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pelham (ˈpɛləm)

—n
	a horse's bit for a double bridle, less severe than a curb but more severe than a snaffle

[probably from the proper name Pelham]

Pelham (ˈpɛləm)

—n
	Henry. 1696--1754, British statesman: prime minister (1743--54); brother of Thomas Pelham Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle

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