reins

1 of 2

plural of rein entry 1

present tense third-person singular of rein entry 2

reins

2 of 2

plural noun

1
a
b
: the region of the kidneys : loins
2
: the seat of the feelings or passions

Word History

Etymology

Plural noun

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin renes

First Known Use

Plural Noun

12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of reins was in the 12th century

Dictionary Entries Near reins

Cite this Entry

“Reins.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reins. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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