crown piece

crown·piece

[kroun-pees]
noun
the strap of a bridle that fits across the head of a horse.

Origin:
1640–50; crown + piece

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crownpiece (ˈkraʊnˌpiːs) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  the piece forming or fitting the top of something
2.  the strap of a bridle that goes over a horse's head behind the ears

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Crown piece is always a great word to know.
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