rein

1. n. The strap of a bridle, fastened to the curb or snaffle on each side, by which the rider or driver governs the horse. Source: opted

2. n. Hence, an instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or governing; government; restraint. Source: opted

3. v. t. To govern or direct with the reins; as, to rein a horse one way or another. Source: opted

4. v. t. To restrain; to control; to check. Source: opted

5. v. i. To be guided by reins. Source: opted

6. n. one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse Source: wordnet

7. n. any means of control Source: wordnet

8. v. control and direct with or as if by reins Source: wordnet

9. v. stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins Source: wordnet

10. v. stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins Source: wordnet

11. v. keep in check Source: wordnet

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