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bridle - Dictionary definition and meaning for bridle

BRIDLE

(noun) the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
"his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper"
synonyms : check , curb
His weak physical constitution was a curb for his advancement in sports. -added by Aswathy_inlas
(noun) headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control
The horse's bridle came off in the accident. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) respond to the reins, as of horses
The horse bridled at his rider's instructions. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) put a bridle on
"bridle horses"
He was asked to bridle the horses. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) anger or take offense
"She bridled at his suggestion to elope"

Mnemonics for bridle

(Tag: ) IDLE person dont need RESTRAINING POWER but they themselves restrain them
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(Tag: ) a bride bridles, ie, she restrains from a lot things like friends, temper, etc
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