1. rings or loops on a harness through which the reins pass
Usage: equestrian

Examples

• The leather reins passed smoothly through the polished terrets.
• She checked that all the terrets were properly secured before hitching the horse.
• The harness maker replaced the worn terrets with new brass ones.
• The driver guided the team by pulling the reins through the terrets.
• Traditional carriage harnesses feature decorative terrets made of metal.
• The terrets jangled softly as the horse trotted down the lane.