garter

mastery
UK /ˈɡɑːtə/ US /ˈɡɑːɹtɚ/nounverb

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In this historical context, what are the 'garters' that the performer leaps over?

Mrs. Ashton made her entree in equestrianism, taking an aerial flight through hoops and over garters, as part of a display of skill.