muzzle
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐ.ˈkaj.mɨ/low
a·cai·me
Definition
A device, usually made of leather or wire, placed over the snout of an animal (such as a dog or horse) to prevent it from biting or eating.
The vet recommended using a muzzle for the dog during walks.
The pack horse wore a muzzle to prevent it from eating while working.
Common collocations
dog muzzleto put on a muzzle
Etymology
Do árabe 'al-kaym' (peça que cobre a boca).