leash
noun
\ ˈlēsh
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Definition of leash
1a
: a line for leading or restraining an animal
b
: something that restrains : the state of being restrained
keeping spending on a tight leash
2a
: a set of three animals (such as greyhounds, foxes, bucks, or hares)
b
: a set of three
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Examples of leash in a Sentence
put a dog on a leash
Dogs must be kept on a leash while in the park.
The dog saw a cat and was straining at its leash trying to get at it.
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This young black man was put on a leash while handcuffed between two mounted horses in Galveston, Texas. — P.r. Lockhart, Vox, "“This is 2019 and not 1819”: mounted police leading a black man by a rope sparks outrage," 19 Aug. 2019 This young black man was put on a leash while handcuffed between two mounted horses in Galveston, Texas. — Breanna Edwards, Essence, "Texas Police Blasted After Mounted Officers Pictured Leading Black Man By Leash," 6 Aug. 2019 Nearby, tarot card readers predicted peoples' futures, several wolves roamed on leashes and a fire pit burned for the duration. — Anna Bauman, Detroit Free Press, "Crystals, healing, acceptance: Inside the world of Michigan's witches," 2 Aug. 2019 The five trails allow for hiking, biking and dogs on leash. — Elizabeth Marie Himchak, Pomerado News, "Popular trail challenge returns for a third year," 18 July 2019 Live music and food trucks highlight the event starting at 5 p.m. Lawn chairs, blankets and dogs on a leash are welcome. — Chris Sims, Indianapolis Star, "It's the Fourth of July. Here's 26 fireworks shows, events where you can celebrate today," 4 July 2019 The shelter also suggested keeping cats inside overnight, walking dogs on a leash at all times and bringing a whistle or bear spray on walks or hikes to ward off coyotes. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Local animal shelter warns of possible coyote encounters as weather heats up," 13 June 2019 Also, never allow children to attach ropes, jump ropes, or pet leashes to play equipment. — Lauren Harrison, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Safe Kids Carroll: Now’s the time to focus on back-to-school safety," 9 Aug. 2019 The event will include an off-leash dog swim and bathing station. — courant.com, "Community News For The Manchester Edition," 1 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'leash.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for leash
leash
noun
English Language Learners Definition of leash
chiefly US
: a long, thin piece of rope, chain, etc., that is used for holding a dog or other animal
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leash
noun
\ ˈlēsh
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Kids Definition of leash
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a line for holding or controlling an animal
leash
verb
leashed;
leashing
Kids Definition of leash (Entry 2 of 2)
: to put on a line for holding or controlling
All dogs must be leashed.
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