bridle

noun

  1. 1

    the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess

    his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper

  2. 2

    headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control

verb

  1. 1

    respond to the reins, as of horses

  2. 2

    put a bridle on

    bridle horses

  3. 3

    anger or take offense

    She bridled at his suggestion to elope

Synonyms

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