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Rein Definition & Meaning

rein
noun
  1. one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
  2. any means of control; "he took up the reins of government"
verb
  1. control and direct with or as if by reins; "rein a horse"
  2. 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"
  3. stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins; "He reined in his horses in front of the post office"
  4. keep in check; "rule one's temper"

"Rein" in song lyrics

See how rein is used in real songs:

  • "You like to bling-a-ling, I like to stay with rein"
    Da Wild Boyz — Gotten
  • "They in the Middle East waiting for Allah to rein"
    Tragedy Khadafi f/ V-12 — Walk With Me
  • "Over one arm the lusty courser's rein,"
    William Shakespeare — Venus and Adonis

Usage tips for "rein"

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Frequently asked questions

What does rein mean?
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" 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" stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins; "He reined in his horses in front of the post office" keep in check; "rule one's temper"
What part of speech is rein?
Rein is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does rein have?
Rein has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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