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English to English noun
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one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse |  | source: wordnet30
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any means of control | | Example: he took up the reins of government
source: wordnet30
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The strap of a bridle, fastened to the curb or snaffle on each side, by which the rider or driver governs the horse. | | source: webster1913 verb
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control and direct with or as if by reins | | Example: rein a horse
source: wordnet30
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stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins | | Example: They reined in in front of the post office
source: wordnet30
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stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins | | Example: He reined in his horses in front of the post office
source: wordnet30
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keep in check | | Example: rule one's temper
source: wordnet30
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To govern or direct with the reins; as, to rein a horse one way or another. | | source: webster1913
| 9 |
To be guided by reins. | | source: webster1913
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