 reining |
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| 1. | [ noun ] one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse | |
| Related terms: | strap bearing_rein leading_rein bridle harness | |
| 2. | [ verb ] control and direct with or as if by reins; as of a horse | |
| Synonyms: | draw_rein rein_in harness | |
| Related terms: | control | |
| 3. | [ verb ] stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins | |
| Synonyms: | rein_in | |
| Examples: | "He reined in his horses in front of the post office" |
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| Related terms: | stop pull | |
| 4. | [ verb ] stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins | |
| Synonyms: | rein_in | |
| Examples: | "They reined in in front of the post office" |
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| Related terms: | stop driving | |
| 5. | [ verb ] keep in check | |
| Synonyms: | harness rule | |
| Examples: | "rule one's temper" |
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| Related terms: | restrict | |
| 6. | [ noun ] Last name, frequency rank in the U.S. is 11968 | |
| 7. | [ noun ] any means of control | |
| Examples: | "he took up the reins of government" |
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| Related terms: | control rule | |
| Similar spelling: |
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