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What does bridle mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word bridle? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. The headgear with which a horse is directed and which carries a bit and reins.
  2. (figuratively) A restraint; a curb; a check.
  3. A length of line or cable attached to two parts of something to spread the force of a pull, as the rigging on a kite for attaching line.
  4. A mooring hawser.
  5. A piece in the interior of a gunlock which holds in place the tumbler, sear, etc.
Verb
  1. (transitive) To put a bridle on.
  2. (transitive) To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue.
  3. (intransitive) To show hostility or resentment.
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