Though perceived as an error in the script or it's delivery by actor Jack Klugman by some viewers, the character of Quincy is not in error when he refers to horse "blinders" as "blinkers."
Though the terms blinders is more common in the U.S., blinkers are a piece of horse tack that prevent the horse seeing to the rear and, in some cases, to the side. In other words, blinkers is a synonym of blinders. Klugman, who was an enthusiastic race track gambler, was very likely personally aware of the correct use of the word.
Though the terms blinders is more common in the U.S., blinkers are a piece of horse tack that prevent the horse seeing to the rear and, in some cases, to the side. In other words, blinkers is a synonym of blinders. Klugman, who was an enthusiastic race track gambler, was very likely personally aware of the correct use of the word.