Rein
4 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
One of a pair of long leather straps attached to a horse's bit or headpiece and held by a rider to steer and control the animal.
βShe gathered the reins and gently guided her horse around the edge of the paddock.β
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/reΙͺn/
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All 1-point tiles, a simple board filler that hooks with -s to form reins cleanly
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