noun
- a strap used to control a horse
- control or restraint over something
Usage: figurative
verb
- to control or restrain
Examples
- She pulled on the reins to slow down her horse.
- The rider held the reins firmly in both hands.
- The new CEO took the reins of the company.
- Parents need to keep a tight rein on their children’s internet usage.
- The government tried to rein in spending.
- He had to rein in his temper during the meeting.
- The coach gave the team free rein to experiment with new plays.