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Look up: rein

  1. rein
    [n] - any means of control 2. [n] - one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse 3. [v] - stop or slow up one`s horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins 4. [v] - stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
    Found on http://www.webdictionary.co.uk/definitio

  2. rein
    the rider`s hands restrain and guide the horse through the application and relaxation of pressure and tension on the bit on the horse`s mouth by means of the reins Category: Various industries and crafts
    Found on http://www.mijnwoordenboek.nl/definition

  3. Rein
    Rein noun [ French rêne , from (assumed) Late Latin retina , from Latin retinere to hold back. See Retain .] 1. The strap of a bridle, fastened to the curb or snaffle on each side, by which the rider or driver govern...
    Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/42

  4. Rein
    Rein transitive verb [ imperfect & past participle Reined (r?nd); present participle & verbal noun Reining .] 1. To govern or direct with the reins; as, to rein a horse one ...
    Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/42

  5. Rein
    Rein intransitive verb To be guided by reins. [ R.] Shak.
    Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/42

  6. rein
    noun one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
    Found on http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/web

  7. rein
    noun any means of control; `he took up the reins of government`
    Found on http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/web

  8. Rein
    • (n.) The strap of a bridle, fastened to the curb or snaffle on each side, by which the rider or driver governs the horse. • (v. t.) To restrain; to control; to check. • (v. i.) To be guided by reins. • (v. t.) To govern or direct with the reins; as, to rein a horse one way or a...
    Found on http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning

  9. rein
    (from the article `bridle`) The reins, lines held in the hand of the rider or driver, are connected to either side of the bit so that a tug on either side turns the animal in ... ...of the mildest possible bits and disapproved of the use of force in training and in riding. The Roman mounted troops were normally barbarian ... ...rein,...
    Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/r/29

  10. Rein
    Re In is a German boy name. The meaning of the name is `Advisor, Counselor` Where is it used? The name Re In is mainly used In German. The name Re In doesn`t appear In the US top 1000 most common names over de last 128 years. The name Re In seems to be unique!
    Found on http://i-am-pregnant.com/names/boys/Rein

  11. Rein
    A long, narrow strip attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse while riding.
    Found on http://www.farandride.com/glossary.php

  12. Rein
    The long strap that passes from the bit to the riders hands, by which the rider maintains control of the horse
    Found on http://www.gaitedhorses.net/Articles/Hor

  13. Rein
    `Reins` are items of horse tack, used to direct a horse or other animal used for riding or driving. Reins can be made of leather, nylon, metal, or other materials, and attach to a bridle via either its bit or its noseband. Use for riding: Reins are used to give subtle commands or cues, also known as...
    Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rein



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/calendar/ On February 12, 1809, Charles Robert Darwin was born at The Mount in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Darwin was one of the last of the eclectic scientists who preceded the age of professional specialization. His genius lay in his ability to select, from the facts which he so diligently collected, every relevant point and fit it into his bold and far-reaching theories. He was not the first to advance a theory of evolution; but his massive weight of evidence carried conviction where earlier theorists had failed. He was shy and modest and shrank from controversy, an unfortunate trait in the author of the most controversial book of the century. read more

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