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reins - What does it mean?

Definition of 'reins'

English

Etymology 1

(etyl) reins, see rein in French.

Noun

(head)
  • (archaic) The kidneys.
  • The lower part of the back.
  • (architecture) The parts of a vault between the crown and the spring or abutment, including, and having especial reference to, the loading or filling behind the shell of the vault.
  • Etymology 2

    Noun

    (head)
  • Verb

    (head)
  • (rein)
  • Anagrams

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