Rein Meaning

There are 6 meaning(s) for word Rein

Meaning 1 : 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

    Synonyms : rein in
Meaning 2 : control and direct with or as if by reins

    Example : rein a horse

    Synonyms : draw rein,  harness,  rein in
Meaning 3 : 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

    Synonyms : rein in
Meaning 4 : keep in check

    Synonyms : harness,  rule
Meaning 5 : any means of control

    Example : he took up the reins of government

Meaning 6 : one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse

How to Pronounce Rein

  • reɪn