Difference between Leash and Collar

What is the difference between Leash and Collar?

Leash as a verb is to fasten or secure with a leash. while Collar as a verb is to grab or seize by the collar or neck.

Leash

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To fasten or secure with a leash. to curb, restrain

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A strap, cord or rope with which to restrain an animal, often a dog. A brace and a half; a tierce. A set of three; three creatures of any kind, especially greyhounds, foxes, bucks, and hares; hence, the number three in general. A string with a loop at the end for lifting warp threads, in a loom. A leg rope.

Example sentence: I adored 'Drop the Dead Donkey.' That show defined Channel 4 at the time; it was so inventive and off the leash.

Collar

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The part of an upper garment (shirt, jacket...) that fits around the neck and throat.A decorative band or other fabric around the necklineA chain worn around the neckA similar detachable itemAnything that encircles the neck.A band or chain around an animal's neck, used to restrain and/or identifie it.A part of harness designed to distribute the load around the shoulders of a draft animal.Any encircling device or structure.Of or pertaining to a certain category of professions as symbolized by typical clothing; see -collar.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To grab or seize by the collar or neck.To place a collar on, to fit with one.To seize, capture or detain.To preempt, control stringently and exclusively.To arrest.To bind in conversation.

Example sentence: I hate ready-made suits, button-down collars, and sports shirts.

We hope you now know whether to use Leash or Collar in your sentence.

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