Nosebag/ˈnəʊzbæɡ/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Animal Use Used primarily to reference feeding horses, not other animals. The stable hand prepared the nosebag for the thoroughbred. Pro Tip 2/3Not For Humans Not used for human meals; don't confuse with the idiomatic usage. She laughed when I mistook her lunchbag for a nosebag. Pro Tip 3/3Horse Accessories Associated with horse gear and equine care. Besides a saddle and bridle, you'll need a nosebag for long rides.