Meaning of the word bridle in English
What does bridle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bridle
US /ˈbraɪ.dəl/
UK /ˈbraɪ.dəl/
Noun
the headgear used to control a horse, consisting of a headstall, bit, and reins
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The rider adjusted the horse's bridle before the race.
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She carefully put the bridle on the pony.
Verb
1.
put a bridle on (a horse)
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The groom went to the stable to bridle the horses.
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It took some effort to bridle the wild stallion.
2.
show one's resentment or anger, especially by drawing back the head and flaring the nostrils
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She would often bridle at any suggestion of incompetence.
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He bridled at the unfair accusation.