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rein

(r/eI/n )

one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse(noun.artifact)

source: wordnet30
any means of control(noun.attribute)

Example:
He took up the reins of government.

source: wordnet30
The strap of a bridle, fastened to the curb or snaffle on each side, by which the rider or driver governs the horse.(noun)

source: webster1913

control and direct with or as if by reins(verb.social)

Example:
Rein a horse.

Synonym:
draw rein, harness, rein in

source: wordnet30
stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins(verb.motion)

Example:
They reined in in front of the post office.

Synonym:
rein in

source: wordnet30
stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins(verb.motion)

Example:
He reined in his horses in front of the post office.

source: wordnet30
keep in check(verb.change)

Synonym:
harness, rule

source: wordnet30
To govern or direct with the reins; as, to rein a horse one way or another.(verb)

source: webster1913
To be guided by reins.(verb)

source: webster1913

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