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NOSEBAG
nosebag, feedbag
(noun) a canvas bag that is used to feed an animal (such as a horse); covers the muzzle and fastens at the top of the head
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
nosebag (plural nosebags)
A round sack or bag to feed for a horse, mule, ox or alike animal. Usually made of canvas sides and leather bottom slipped over the nose and attached to harness my a strong strap, rope or string. Design to feed animal in public areas and to eliminate spillage from eating.
Synonym: feedbag
(informal) Food.
Synonyms: scran, nosh, grub, bait, Thesaurus:food
(informal) A curious older woman of other peoples business or affairs.
Source: Wiktionary
Nose"bag`, n.
Definition: A bag in which feed for a horse, ox, or the like, may be fastened under the nose by a string passing over the head.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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