bridle meaning and definition

BRIDLE noun

Definition of bridle (noun)

1. headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control
2. the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
   • "his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper"
   • synonyms: check, curb

BRIDLE verb

Definition of bridle (verb)

1. anger or take offense
   • "She bridled at his suggestion to elope"
2. put a bridle on
   • "bridle horses"
   • antonym: unbridle
3. respond to the reins, as of horses