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▸ noun: (figurative) A restraint; a curb; a check.
▸ 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.
▸ noun: A mooring hawser.
▸ noun: A piece in the interior of a gunlock which holds in place the tumbler, sear, etc.
▸ noun: A gesture expressing pride or vanity.
▸ verb: (transitive) To put a bridle on.
▸ verb: (transitive) To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue.
▸ verb: (intransitive) To show hostility or resentment.
▸ verb: (intransitive) To hold up one's head proudly or affectedly.
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curb,
check,
double bridle,
briddle,
headgear,
bridle wrist,
rein,
bridoon,
headcollar,
bridle iron,
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