reins

Noun

reins noun

1. A strap or rope attached to a bridle or bit, used to control a horse, animal or young child.
2. An instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or governing.

reins noun

1. (chiefly in plural) A kidney.
2. The inward impulses; the affections and passions, formerly supposed to be located in the area of the kidneys.

reins noun

1. The kidneys.
2. The lower part of the back.
3. The loins.
4. The parts of a vault between the crown and the spring or abutment, including, and having especial reference to, the loading or filling behind the shell of the vault.

Verb

reins verb

1. To direct or stop a horse by using reins.
2. To restrain; to control; to check.
3. To obey directions given with the reins.