bridling

verb

Meaning

To put a bridle on.
To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue.
To show hostility or resentment.
To hold up one's head proudly or affectedly.
The act of one who bridles.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

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Descendant words

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Sources

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