bridle vs rein

bridle and rein both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
bridle	Yes	No	Yes	No
rein	Yes	No	Yes	No

bridle (noun)	rein (noun)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess	one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control	any means of control

bridle (verb)	rein (verb)
respond to the reins, as of horses	keep in check
put a bridle on	stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins
anger or take offense	stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
	control and direct with or as if by reins