RhymeZone: rein definitions

Definitions of rein:

noun: one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
noun: any means of control
Example: "He took up the reins of government"
verb: 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"
verb: 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"
verb: keep in check
verb: control and direct with or as if by reins
Example: "Rein a horse"
name: A surname (common: 1 in 100000 families; popularity rank in the U.S.: #11968)