| 单词 | bridle |
| 释义 | bridle n. & v. --n 1. a the headgear used to control a horse, consisting of buckled leather straps, a metal bit, and reins. b a restraining thing or influence (put a bridle on your tongue). 2. Naut. a mooring-cable. 3. Physiol. a ligament checking the motion of a part. --v 1. tr. put a bridle on (a horse etc.). 2. tr. bring under control; curb. 3. intr. (often foll. by up) express offence, resentment, etc., esp. by throwing up the head and drawing in the chin. Phrases and idioms bridle-path (or -road or -way) a rough path or road fit only for riders or walkers, not vehicles. Etymology: OE bridel |
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