bridle

About 1.15 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun The headgear with which a horse is directed and which carries a bit and reins.
2. noun A restraint; a curb; a check.
3. noun A length of line or cable attached to two parts of something to spread the force of a pull, as the rigging on a kite for attaching line.
4. noun A mooring hawser.
5. noun A piece in the interior of a gunlock which holds in place the tumbler, sear, etc.
6. noun A gesture expressing pride or vanity.
7. verb To put a bridle on.
8. verb To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue.

Similar words

curb check snaffle bitted flange tensioner gemmy restrain bride reins

Often followed by

and of path on in to the paths reins

Word family

bridled bridles bridling