choke chain

English
a choke chain on a pit bull

Noun

choke chain (plural choke chains)

  1. A dog collar designed to pinch or squeeze the dog or other animal when the leash is pulled.
    • 1940, The American Kennel Gazette, volume 57, page 223:
      But this Christmas the smartest, most practical presents for dogs or dog owners are THE ORIGINAL Stainless Steel "ADD-A-LINK" DOG COLLARS choke chain and square link collars that are adjustable to perfect fit.

Translations
type of dog collar — see choke collar

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