"choke chain" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: choke chains [plural]
Head templates: {{en-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.
    Sense id: en-choke_chain-en-noun-rrEI3KC4 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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