Snaffle (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. a bit, usually jointed in the middle and without a curb, with a large ring at each end to which a rein and cheek strap are attached.
verb (used with object), snaf·fled, snaf·fling.
  1. to put a snaffle on (a horse).
  2. to control with or as with a snaffle.
verb (used with object), snaf·fled, snaf·fling.British Informal.
  1. to appropriate for one's own use, especially by devious means; purloin; filch.
noun
  1. a simple jointed bit for a horse
verb (tr)
  1. to steal or take for oneself
  2. to equip or control with a snaffle
Snaffle (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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