bearing rein


Origin of bearing rein

1
First recorded in 1875–80

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How to use bearing rein in a sentence

  • So in 1876 Punch had supported Mr. Flower's agitation against the use of bearing-reins for horses.

  • Just look at that glorious pair of bays; but, oh, what a shame to give them bearing-reins!

    The Making of a Prig | Evelyn Sharp
  • If no bearing-reins are used, the throat-latches should be snug, since they alone hold the bridle on the horse's head.

    Riding and Driving | Edward L. Anderson
  • In breaking in a team, bearing-reins properly adjusted do no harm and are a safeguard.

    Riding and Driving | Edward L. Anderson
  • Bearing reins should be just tight enough to keep the horses head up in its natural position.

British Dictionary definitions for bearing rein

bearing rein

noun
  1. mainly British a rein from the bit to the saddle, designed to keep the horse's head in the desired position: Usual US word: checkrein

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