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reins

 

[ reษชnz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

horse equipment

Reins are long, narrow straps made of leather or other material that are attached to a horse's bridle. They are used by riders to control and guide the horse during riding. Reins come in various styles suited for different riding disciplines.

Synonyms

leads, lines, straps

Examples of usage

  • She tightened the reins to slow down her horse.
  • He held the reins firmly while navigating the tricky terrain.
  • The rider skillfully maneuvered the horse using the reins.
  • As the horse started to gallop, she pulled on the reins to regain control.
Context #2 | Verb

control behavior

To reins means to restrain or control something or someone. It can be used metaphorically to describe the act of keeping something in check or under control, much like using reins to manage a horse.

Synonyms

control, govern, restrain

Examples of usage

  • The manager had to reins the team to keep them focused.
  • Sometimes, we need to reign our emotions during a difficult conversation.
  • She had to reign in her excitement before the announcement.

Translations

Translations of the word "reins" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rรฉdeas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zรผgel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tali kekang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะฒั–ะดั†ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ uzdy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‰‹็ถฑ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรชnes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ riendas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dizginler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ์‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุฌุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzdy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uzdy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ผฐ็ปณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uzde

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ saddlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั–ะทะณั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒแƒญแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ip

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ riendas

Etymology

The word 'reins' originates from the Old French term 'resne', which means 'a strap'. This, in turn, comes from the Latin word 'retinere', meaning 'to hold back' or 'to restrain'. The usage of reins for controlling horses dates back to ancient civilizations. With the development of horseback riding as both a practical skill for transportation and a competitive sport, the design and materials of reins evolved. Initially made from various natural fibers, modern reins often incorporate synthetic materials for durability and better grip. Over the centuries, reins have come to symbolize not only physical control over animals but also the broader concept of control in various aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,460, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.