Dictionary Check: rein
"rein" is a valid word!
Scrabble
4
points
Words with Friends
5
points
Definition
noun
one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
noun
any means of control
Example:
"he took up the reins of government"
verb
control and direct with or as if by reins
Example:
"rein a horse"
verb
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"
verb
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"
verb
keep in check
Example:
"rule one's temper"
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