DRAW REIN Synonyms
There are 2 hypernyms of the phrase draw rein. (close relations)
Definition of DRAW REIN
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harness | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a parachute) • stable gear consisting of an arrangement of leather straps fitted to a draft animal so that it can be attached to and pull a cart verb • put a harness • exploit the power of • control and direct with or as if by reins • keep in check | ||||||||
rein | verbv | |||||||
noun • one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse • any means of control verb • control and direct with or as if by reins • stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins • stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins • keep in check | ||||||||
rein in | verbv | |||||||
verb • stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins • control and direct with or as if by reins • stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins |