Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blinders
noun
/ˈblaɪndərz/
Definition
A piece of leather or other material that is worn on the side of a horse’s bridle to prevent it from seeing sideways.
Examples
- The racehorse had blinders on to help it concentrate during the race.
- Sometimes people wear blinders metaphorically, ignoring important information around them.
Meaning
Blinders are used to keep horses focused on what is in front of them rather than being distracted by movements or objects to the sides.
Synonyms
- shutters
- blinders (figurative)
- hoods
