BLINKERS Meaning and
Definition
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Blinkers, also known as blinders, are a type of protective eyewear or attachment worn by horses to limit their field of vision and assist in focusing their attention forward. Generally made of leather or plastic, blinkers are attached to a bridle or headstall and cover the sides of a horse's eyes, preventing them from seeing what is happening to either side or behind them.
The primary purpose of blinkers is to reduce distractions and deter the horse from being spooked by sudden movements or objects in its peripheral vision. By limiting the horse's field of view, blinkers encourage the animal to concentrate on what is ahead, especially when participating in racing or equestrian events where focus and straight-line running are crucial.
Blinkers offer several advantages, such as reducing anxiety and preventing horses from becoming startled or overly reactive to external stimuli. Additionally, they can enhance a horse's performance and prevent it from being influenced by other competitors or distractions during a race or event. However, it is important to note that blinkers partially obscure the horse's vision, so they should only be used when necessary and under the supervision of an experienced rider or trainer.
In a metaphorical sense, the term "blinkers" is also used to describe a narrow or limited perspective, whereby someone fails to consider alternative viewpoints or possibilities. This figurative usage implies a closed-mindedness that inhibits a person from being open to new ideas or different approaches.
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Coverings for the eyes of a horse to keep it form seeing on either side; to blink the question, to shut one's eyes to it; to make one's self wilfully blind to it.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for BLINKERS
Etymology of BLINKERS
The word "blinkers" originally comes from the Scottish dialect word "blinker" or "blinker", which meant "a person or thing that blinks or winks". It is derived from the verb "blink", which means to close and open one's eyes quickly. In the context of equestrian equipment, "blinkers" refer to the leather sidepieces attached to a horse's bridle to restrict its vision and allow it to focus on what is ahead, preventing distractions from the sides. The term "blinkers" for these eye coverings is recorded from the mid-19th century.
Idioms with the word BLINKERS
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be wearing blinkers
The idiom "be wearing blinkers" typically means that someone is being narrow-minded or overly focused on a particular point of view, ignoring other perspectives or possibilities. It originates from the practice of horses wearing blinkers, also known as blinders, which cover the sides of their eyes to prevent them from being distracted or scared by what is happening around them. Thus, being said to be wearing blinkers indicates a lack of awareness or consideration of alternative opinions or ideas.
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be wearing blinders, at be wearing blinkers
The idiom "be wearing blinders" or "be wearing blinkers" refers to purposely limiting one's perspective or ignoring certain facts or possibilities. It implies focusing only on a specific situation or viewpoint while neglecting anything outside of it. This can lead to a narrow-minded approach or the inability to consider alternative ideas or perspectives. Much like a horse wearing blinders or blinkers to remain focused on the path ahead, individuals using this idiom may exhibit a similar behavior.
Similar spelling words for BLINKERS
- blanke,
- blinks,
- blank,
- blansett,
- blunk,
- blank verse,
- blink,
- blanket,
- Blankenship,
- Blanck,
- blinker,
- blanks,
- Blanche,
- blueing,
- blinking,
- blowing.
Conjugate verb Blinkers
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