Jockey's strap Crossword Clue

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Jockey's strap Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
2. control and direct with or as if by reins
(noun)
1. any means of control
2. one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

JOCKEY (verb)
1. defeat someone through trickery or deceit
2. compete (for an advantage or a position)
JOCKEY (noun)
1. an operator of some vehicle or machine or apparatus
2. someone employed to ride horses in horse races
STRAP (noun)
1. a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
2. an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
STRAP (verb)
1. beat severely with a whip or rod
2. secure (a sprained joint) with a strap

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