Rein is both a noun and a verb for guiding and restraining. You can use the long strap, or rein, on a horse to control its speed and direction, and you can rein in your own tongue by closing your mouth.
The kidneys; also, the region of the kidneys; the loins.
Noun
power to control; "the reins of government"
n. pl.
The kidneys; also, the region of the kidneys; the loins.
n. pl.
The inward impulses; the affections and passions; -- so
called because formerly supposed to have their seat in the part of the
body where the kidneys are.
Reins
My reins rejoice, when thy lips speak right things.
I am he which searcheth the reins and hearts.
The kidneys; also, the region of the kidneys; the loins.
Usage Examples
I think that if Republicans are given the reins of leadership in the House or Senate or both, we will have to govern in a way - at least put forward solutions whether or not the president goes along with them or not, that deal with these long-term challenges.
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Other Usage ExamplesYou have to keep your sanity as well as know how to distance yourself from it while still holding onto the reins tightly. That is a very difficult thing to do, but I'm learning.