Slip-halter
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Slip-halter is a noun meaning (obsolete) Someone who deserves to be, or is likely to be, hanged.
Meaning
(obsolete) Someone who deserves to be, or is likely to be, hanged.
Example Sentences
Why, you whoreson rogue! where's my suit? As I hope for mercy, I am half-persuaded that this slip-halter has pawned my clothes.
Word Forms
- slip-halters
- sliphalter
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sliphalter, wag-halter, halter-sack, waghalter, crack-rope, crack-hemp.
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