bridles

Equine mouth control

A bridle is the headgear used to control a horse, consisting of straps, a bit, and reins.

The verb bridle means to put a bridle on a horse, or more commonly, to restrain or control something: She bridled her temper during the meeting.

When someone bridles at something, they show resentment or indignation, typically by throwing back the head and drawing in the chin—a gesture reminiscent of a horse reacting to the bit.

tack

reins

Bit-attached steering straps

bitSmall amount or portion
headstallBridle component encircling head
nosebandBridle's lower facial strap

browband · crownpiece · cheekpiece · snaffle · curb · hackamore · martingale · halter · headcollar · bitting

restraint

curb

Raised road margin

checkOrder to pay
controlAuthority to direct
constraintLimiting condition or rule

limitation · containment · suppression · inhibition · moderation · regulation · rein in · hold back · restrict · temper

equipment

saddle

Mounted rider's seat

harnessStraps controlling an animal
girthMeasurement around something
stirrupsSaddle-hung foot supports

cinch · crops · whips · spurs · tack · saddlebag · chaps · lead rope · breastplate · blanket

bridles

reins

curb

saddle

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