2. The projection or loop on the thill of a vehicle. to which a strap of the harness is attached, to hold back a carriage when going down hill, or in backing; also, the strap or part of the harness so used.
HOLDER
Hold"er, ( n.
Defn: One who is employed in the hold of a vessel.
HOLDER
Hold"er, n.
1. One who, or that which, holds.
2. One who holds land, etc., under another; a tenant.
3. (Com.)
Defn: The payee of a bill of exchange or a promissory note, or the one who owns or holds it.
Note: Holder is much used as the second part of a compound; as, shareholder, officeholder, stockholder,etc.
HOLDER-FORTH
Hold"er-forth`, n.