rein

nouns

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

rein

is a part of

headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control

is a type of (narrower)

an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position

any means of control

"he took up the reins of government"

rein

is a type of (narrower)

power to direct or determine

"under control"

control and direct with or as if by reins

"rein a horse"

draw rein, harness, rein, rein in

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, 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, rein in

keep in check

"rule one's temper"

harness, rein, rule