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rein

/ˈreɪn/

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noun

plural reins

[count] a strap that is fastened to a device (called a bridle) placed on the head of an animal (such as a horse) and that is used to guide and control the animal - usually plural

The rider pulled on the reins to stop his horse.

the ability to limit or control something

We need to keep a rein on our spending. [=we need to limit/control our spending]

He has people working for him, but he has/keeps a tight rein on every part of the process.

the power to guide or control someone or something - usually plural

They held the reins of government/power. [=they controlled the government]

She handed the reins of the company to her successor. = She handed over the reins of the company to her successor.

The President-elect will officially take the reins [=take control] in January.

free/full rein

the opportunity to act freely

The studio gave the director free rein [=complete control] over the movie.

Give full rein to your imagination.

verb

reins; reined; reining

rein in

[phrasal verb]

rein (someone or something) in or rein in (someone or something)

to limit or control (someone or something)

Congress must rein in spending.

You had better rein that kid in before she gets hurt.

to make (an animal) stop by using reins

The rider reined in his horse.

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