1. the headgear used to control a horse, including the bit and reins

1. to put a bridle on a horse
2. to control or restrain
3. to show anger or resentment, especially by drawing oneself up

Examples

• The rider adjusted the horse’s bridle before mounting.
• She learned to bridle the young colt properly.
• The government tried to bridle the press with new regulations.
• He bridled at the suggestion that he was incompetent.
• The leather bridle was decorated with silver buckles.
• Parents must bridle their children’s excessive screen time.
• She bridled when her boss questioned her judgment.