A hindrance; that which impedes or obstructs progress.
Baggage, especially that of an army; impedimenta.
A disability, especially one affecting the hearing or speech.
An instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or governing.
A strap or rope attached to a bridle or bit, used to control a horse, animal or young child.
The inward impulses; the affections and passions, formerly supposed to be located in the area of the kidneys.
To restrain; to control; to check.
To obey directions given with the reins.
To direct or stop a horse by using reins.