reins
reins — noun
- reinssingular
- reinsesplural
1. One of two long leather straps that connect from the rider's hands to the horse'
One of two long leather straps that connect from the rider's hands to the horse's bit or bridle, used to guide the animal, slow it down, or make it stop.
Lauren pulled gently on the left rein to guide her horse around the fallen tree.
pull on + left/right rein
The young rider held both reins firmly as the horse began to gallop.
hold + both reins
Eitan checked the leather reins for cracks before mounting the horse for his first lesson.
Putri wrapped the reins around the stable rail and gave the horse a carrot.
The instructor showed the children how to hold the reins so the horse understood.
文法句型
the reins
pull/hold/tug on the reins
用法筆記
Nearly always used in the plural form even when referring to a single set of straps on one horse. The singular 'rein' is possible in some contexts (e.g. 'a loose rein') but less common.
常見錯誤
2. A safety strap designed to fasten around a toddler's body or to be worn over the
A safety strap designed to fasten around a toddler's body or to be worn over the shoulders, with the free end held by a parent or carer to stop the child from wandering off in public places.
Tanvi fastened the child reins around her son's waist before entering the busy market.
fasten + child reins + around [body part]
The toddler ran toward the fountain, but the reins kept him beside his father.
Many parents use walking reins at the airport so children can walk without holding hands.
Putri bought safety reins shaped like a friendly dinosaur for her daughter.
The reins had a small toy monkey that the baby loved to hold while walking.
- safety harness
a broader term that includes chest and waist styles, not just straps
- walking reins
a common alternative name for child safety reins in British English
- toddler tether
informal, sometimes used in American English
文法句型
reins + for [child]
walking reins
safety reins
用法筆記
Often called 'walking reins' or 'safety reins'. Some parents prefer the term 'safety harness'. These are most commonly seen in busy public places such as markets, airports, and train stations.