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cheekpiece - 2 dictionary results

cheek⋅piece

[cheek-pees]
–noun
1. either of two vertical bars of a bit, one on each end of the mouthpiece.
2. cheek strap.

Origin:
1750–60; cheek + piece

cheek strap

–noun
(of a bridle) one of two straps passing over the cheeks of the horse and connecting the crown piece with the bit or noseband.
Also called cheekpiece.
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