A type of loop or chain worn around a horse's or rider's clothing, historically used to secure items.
Named after David Garrick, the famous 18th-century English actor, though the exact connection is disputed; the term may derive from the way it was used in theatrical or riding contexts.
This is one of those words where the etymology is genuinely murky—even word experts aren't entirely sure why a horse equipment got named after a famous actor!
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