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. |
2. (Architecture.) A springer or lower voussoir of an arch, which rests upon the imposts. 3. A rope of twisted and greased raw-hide.