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Rein.


1. (Saddlery.) A strap or cord by which a horse is driven or controlled. The ends of the rein are fastened to the bit-rings, as, —

Driving-rein.Check-rein.
Bearing-rein.Gag-rein.
Safety-rein.Overhead-rein.

The Scythians hung the scalps of their enemies to their bridle-reins. The Red Indians do the same. Attila is similarly represented.

The Japanese bridle-rein is often of silk.


2. (Architecture.) A springer or lower voussoir of an arch, which rests upon the imposts.

3. A rope of twisted and greased raw-hide.

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