holdback
Noun
Meaning
Check; hindrance; restraint; obstacle.
The projection or loop on the thill of a vehicle. to which a strap of the harness is attached, to hold back a carriage when going down hill, or in backing; also, the strap or part of the harness so used.
Source: Webster's dictionarySynonyms
fetter
trammel
stop
resistance
chain
let
bar
delay
arrest
interference
wait
drag
restriction
obstacle
detention
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