Definition of bridle - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
figurativerestraint or limitation on actions or power
- The new law acted as a bridle on corporate power.
2.
equestrianheadgear for controlling a horse with straps and bit
- The rider adjusted the bridle before mounting the horse.
3.
mechanicalTECH. device that limits motion or distributes forceTECH.
- The kite's bridle was adjusted for better stability.
4.
maritimeTECH. mooring line used to secure a vesselTECH.
- The ship was held steady by a strong bridle.
5.
weaponDated component in a gunlock holding parts in placeDated
- The bridle in the gunlock needed replacement.
Verb
1.
emotiontr. restrain or control emotions or actionstr.
- He tried to bridle his temper during the meeting.
2.
react emotionallyintr. show anger or take offenseintr.
- He bridled at the suggestion of dishonesty..
3.
equestriantr. Rare fit a head harness on a horse to control ittr. Rare
- She bridled the horse before the ride.
Images of bridle
headgear for controlling a horse with straps and bit 
device that limits motion or distributes force 
mooring line used to secure a vessel 
component in a gunlock holding parts in place
Expressions with bridle
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hold back from speaking to avoid trouble
She had to bridle her tongue during the heated meeting.
react with anger or annoyance
She bridled at the unfair accusation.
show anger or indignation suddenly
She bridled up when he criticized her work.
path for riding or leading horses
They rode their horses along the bridle path.
path for riding or leading horses
They followed the bridle road through the forest.
narrow path used for riding horses
We followed the bridle track through the forest.
metal rings connecting parts of a horse's bridle
The bridle links need replacement before the next race.
bridle with two bits and four reins for advanced horse riding
The experienced rider adjusted the double bridle on her horse before the competition..
nonsensical answer to avoid explaining something
He asked what she was sewing, and she said it was a whim-wham for a goose’s bridle.
notional object used to avoid giving a real explanation
He said it was a wigwam for a goose's bridle when asked why he left early.
Origin of bridle
Old English, brīdel (rein) + -
Terms with bridle included in their meaning
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horse equipment
leather pieces on a horse's bridle
horse shield
shield on a horse's bridle
equestrian
part of a bridle around a horse's head
equestrian
attach a simple bit to a horse's bridle
punishment
iron bridle for restraining scolding women
equestrian
part of a horse's bridle with a noseband
equestrian
strap or part of a bridle or helmet beside the face
equestrian
bridle without a bit for controlling horses
equestrian
part of a bridle fitting over a horse's head
equestrian
part of a bridle over an animal's nose
animal
strap on a bridle over an animal's nose
horse
not fitted with a bridle
horse equipment
metal rings connecting parts of a horse's bridle
horse riding gear
bridle with two bits and four reins for advanced horse riding
horse gear
remove the bridle from a horse
Examples of bridle in a sentence
His cautious approach acted as a bridle on the team's enthusiasm. She bought a new bridle for her horse. The bridle was decorated with silver studs. The engineer designed a new bridle for the machine. A bridle is essential for controlling the mechanism. The crew tightened the bridle to secure the yacht.
A bridle was used to anchor the boat at the dock. The gunsmith examined the bridle for defects. A broken bridle can cause the gun to malfunction. She had to bridle her excitement at the news. He managed to bridle his laughter during the speech. She bridled at the unfair criticism. The manager bridled when his authority was questioned. He learned to bridle the pony quickly. The stablehand bridled the mare with care.
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- French:frein, réfréner, ...
- German:Zaum, zügeln, ...
- Italian:freno, contenere, ...
- Spanish:freno, contener, ...
- Portuguese:freio, conter, ...
- Chinese:约束, 控制, ...
- Japanese:抑制, 抑える, ...
- Arabic:قَيْد, كَبَحَ, ...
- Hebrew:רֶסֶן, לְרַסֵּן, ...
- Russian:узда, сдерживать, ...
- Ukrainian:стримування, стримувати, ...
- Hindi:नकेल, काबू में रखना, ...
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