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reins

plural noun \ ˈrānz \
Updated on: 14 Apr 2018
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Definition of reins

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

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Origin and Etymology of reins

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin renes

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bilateral symmetry, carotid, cartilage, dorsal, entrails, prehensile, renal, solar plexus, supine, thoracic, ventral

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