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cheekpiece

(ˈtʃiːkˌpiːs)

(Horse Training, Riding & Manège) either of the two straps of a bridle that join the bit to the crownpiece

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cheekpiece - either of two straps of a bridle that connect the bit to the headpiece

bridle - headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control

strap - an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position

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