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reins

noun plural \ˈrānz\

Definition of REINS

1
a :  kidneys
b :  the region of the kidneys :  loins
2
:  the seat of the feelings or passions
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Origin of REINS

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin renes
First Known Use: 14th century

Other Anatomy Terms

bilateral symmetry, carotid, cartilage, dorsal, entrails, prehensile, renal, solar plexus, supine, thoracic, ventral

Rhymes with REINS

Keynes

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15 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. reins
  2. rein
  3. bearing rein
  4. bridle rein
  5. coupling rein
  6. direct rein
  7. draft rein
  8. free rein
  9. gag rein
  10. indirect rein
  11. leading rein
  12. longeing rein
  13. lunging rein
  14. neck-rein
  15. open rein
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