reins

plural noun

\ ˈrānz

Definition of reins

1a : kidneys

b : the region of the kidneys : loins

2 : the seat of the feelings or passions

Recent Examples on the Web

Musk had already taken the reins of several departments — including Field’s, which was vehicle production. — Johana Bhuiyan, Recode, "Tesla still isn’t shipping its $35,000 Model 3 — and Elon Musk keeps shifting his production targets," 22 May 2018 But the tax law enacted in December reins in several of those advantages. — Neil Irwin, New York Times, "What to Expect From the Housing Market This Spring," 28 Mar. 2018

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