noun
- straps on a horse’s bridle that pass under the throat to help secure the headpiece
Usage: equestrian
Examples
- The rider adjusted the throatlatches before mounting the horse.
- Properly fitted throatlatches should allow two fingers’ width of space.
- The leather throatlatches were worn and needed replacement.
- She checked that the throatlatches weren’t too tight around the horse’s neck.
- The bridle’s throatlatches help prevent the headpiece from slipping off.
- New riders often struggle with adjusting the throatlatches correctly.