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bridle vs restrain

restrain vs bridle

bridle is a noun but restrain is not a noun.

bridle and restrain both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
bridle Yes No Yes No
restrain No No Yes No
As verbs, restrain is a hypernym of bridle; that is, restrain is a word with a broader meaning than bridle:
  • bridle: put a bridle on
  • restrain: restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult
Other hypernyms of bridle include cumber, encumber.
bridle (noun) restrain (noun)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control
bridle (verb) restrain (verb)
respond to the reins, as of horses prevent the action or expression of
put a bridle on to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
anger or take offense restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult
prevent (someone or something) from doing something
Difference between bridle and restrain

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