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KK Pronunciation

〔 ren 〕

Pronunciation

〔 rein 〕


Overview of noun rein

The noun rein has 2 senses


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

  • rein -- (any means of control; "he took up the reins of government")


Overview of verb rein

The verb rein has 4 senses


  • harness, rein in, draw rein, rein -- (control and direct with or as if by reins; "rein a horse")

  • 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")

  • rule, harness, rein -- (keep in check; "rule one's temper")