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reins

Main Entry: reins

Pronunciation: \ˈrānz\

Function: noun plural

Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin renes

Date: 14th century

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

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