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Bridle

/brˈaɪdəl/
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(noun) The headgear with which a horse is directed and which carries a bit and reins.

He kept his tongue under a bridle.
The stableboy held the horse's bridle firmly.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He placed the leather ____ on the horse before he went out for a ride.

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