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rein `noun` [ reɪn ]

• a long, narrow strap attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse in riding or driving.

rein `verb`

• check or guide (a horse) by pulling on its reins.

• "he reined in his horse and waited"

Origin: Middle English: from Old French rene, based on Latin retinere ‘retain’.

draw rein

• stop one's horse.
"he drew rein and waited for his friend to catch up"

free rein

• freedom of action or expression.
"he was given free rein to work out his designs"

keep a tight rein on

• exercise strict control over.
"her only chance of survival was to keep a tight rein on her feelings"