Related / Similar Words:
rule, harness, rein in, draw rein Definition: one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse;any means of control; "he took up the reins of government";keep in check; "rule one''s temper";stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins; "He reined in his horses in front of the post office";stop or slow up one''s horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins; "They reined in in front of the post office";control and direct with or as if by reins; "rein a horse";
Hyponyms: bearing rein, checkrein, leading rein, pull Part Meronyms: bridle Derivational Morphology:
rein in, harness, draw rein, rule
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