rein — a long strap used to control a horse while riding or driving
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a long strap used to control a horse while riding or driving
Pronunciation (IPA): /reɪn/
Korean meaning: 말을 조종하기 위해 사용하는 긴 가죽끈, 고삐
Korean pronunciation: **레**인
Example Sentences
- The king handed over the reins of power to his son, who immediately bought a sports car.
- She needs to rein in her online shopping addiction before her credit card explodes.
- The government decided to rein in inflation through monetary policy.
rein
NOUN//reɪn//
a long strap used to control a horse while riding or driving
A rider uses the rein to guide her horse along the trail
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Through the rain, he grips the rein despite the pain!
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Origin
From Old French 'reine', derived from Latin 'retina' meaning 'a rope or cord', which is related to 'retinere' meaning 'to hold back' or 'retain'.
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“The king handed over the reins of power to his son, who immediately bought a sports car.”
“She needs to rein in her online shopping addiction before her credit card explodes.”
“The government decided to rein in inflation through monetary policy.”
“After 30 years, the professor is finally ready to hand over the reins to a younger colleague.”
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