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Meaning of the word rein in English

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rein

US /reɪn/
UK /reɪn/
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Noun

1.

a long, narrow strap attached to a bridle, used to guide or check a horse

Example:
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He pulled on the reins to slow down the horse.
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The rider held the reins firmly.
Synonym:
bridletackharness
2.

the power to direct and control; control

Example:
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The new manager took the reins of the department.
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She has full rein over the project.
Synonym:
controlauthoritypowercommandmastery

Verb

1.

to direct or check a horse by pulling on its reins

Example:
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He reined in the horse just before it bolted.
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The rider carefully reined the stallion.
Synonym:
controlcurbcheckrestraingovern
2.

to control or limit something

Example:
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The government tried to rein in spending.
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She needs to rein in her temper.
Synonym:
curbrestrainlimitcontrolcheck
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