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REINS

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There are 6 meanings of the word Reins.

Reins - as a noun

One of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
strap7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any means of control

Example: "He took up the reins of government"

Reins - as a verb

Control and direct with or as if by reins

Example: "Rein a horse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draw reinharness10rein in

Stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins

Example: "They reined in in front of the post office"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rein in

Stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins

Example: "He reined in his horses in front of the post office"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rein in
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stop6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Keep in check

Example: "Rule one's temper"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
harness10rule4

Example Sentences

"He held tightly to the horse's reins."
"The cowboy took the reins and rode off into the sunset."
"She handed the reins over to her assistant."
"The coach decided to give the young player the reins of the team."
"The driver flicked the reins to urge the horses forward."
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Word Game Points

Is REINS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reins is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is REINS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reins is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is REINS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reins is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.

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