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Definition of To take the reins
To take the reins Rein Rein (r?n), n. [F. r[^e]ne, fr. (assumed) LL. retina, fr.
L. retinere to hold back. See Retain.]
1. The strap of a bridle, fastened to the curb or snaffle on
each side, by which the rider or driver governs the horse.
This knight laid hold upon his reyne. --Chaucer.
2. Hence, an instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or
governing; government; restraint. ``Let their eyes rove
without rein.' --Milton.
To give rein, To give the rein to, to give license to; to
leave withouut restrain.
To take the reins, to take the guidance or government; to
assume control.
