ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Bozal

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /boʊˈzæl/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Bozal is a noun meaning (uncommon) Alternative form of bosal (“noseband on a horse”).

Meaning

(uncommon) Alternative form of bosal (“noseband on a horse”).

More Meanings

  1. (historical) A (black) slave recently brought to a (European, especially Spanish) colony from Africa.
  2. (historical) Of a slave, recently brought to a colony from Africa.

Example Sentences

The more tightly these nosebands are attached, the more the horse is likely to raise his head and nose. For ordinary pleasure riding, attach this equipment to allow one or two fingers sideways between the bozal and the underside of the jaw.

Word Forms

Synonyms for bozal

Depending on context, synonyms include bossale.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include spanish, bosal, bossal, boogaloo, blackamoor, zambo.

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