reins

Definition of reins

(Entry 1 of 2)

plural of rein entry 1

present tense third-person singular of rein entry 2

reins

\ ˈrānz

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Definition of reins (Entry 2 of 2)

b : the region of the kidneys : loins

2 : the seat of the feelings or passions

Examples of reins in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Plural noun Musk had already taken the reins of several departments — including Field’s, which was vehicle production. — Johana Bhuiyan, Recode, "Tesla still isn’t shipping its $35,000 Model 3 — and Elon Musk keeps shifting his production targets," 22 May 2018 But the tax law enacted in December reins in several of those advantages. — Neil Irwin, New York Times, "What to Expect From the Housing Market This Spring," 28 Mar. 2018

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