slovodefinícia
To give the rein to
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Rein \Rein\ (r?n), n. [F. r[^e]ne, fr. (assumed) LL. retina, fr.
L. 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 governs the horse.
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This knight laid hold upon his reyne. --Chaucer.
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2. Hence, an instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or
governing; government; restraint. "Let their eyes rove
without rein." --Milton.
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To give rein, To give the rein to, to give license to; to
leave withouut restrain.

To take the reins, to take the guidance or government; to
assume control.
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