bridle

/ˈbrī-dᵊl/

Middle English bridel, from Old English brīdel; akin to Old English bregdan to move quickly

noun

  1. the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit and reins

  2. a length of line or cable attached to two parts of something (such as a ship) to spread the force of a pull; especially : rigging on a kite for attaching line

  3. curb, restraint

verb

  1. to put a harness with which a horse is governed on the head of : to put a bridle on

  2. to restrain, check, or control with or as if with a bridle

  3. to show hostility or resentment (as to an affront to one's pride or dignity) especially by drawing back the head and chin

bridle a horse

restrain check curb bridle mean to hold back from or control in doing something. restrain suggests holding back by force or persuasion from acting or from going to extremes. check implies restraining or impeding a progress, activity, or impetus.

noun

  1. a trail suitable for horseback riding