Definition of Rein
Noun: rein reyn
- 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"
- Control and direct with or as if by reins
"rein a horse"; "rein in a horse";
- harness, rein in, draw rein
- (driving) 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";
- rein in
- Stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
"He reined in his horses in front of the post office";
- rein in
- Keep in check
- rule, harness
See also:
Reims
reincarnate
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