rein vs strap

rein and strap both are nouns.

rein and strap both are verbs.

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

As nouns, strap is a hypernym of rein; that is, strap is a word with a broader meaning than rein:

rein: one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
strap: an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position

rein (noun)	strap (noun)
one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse	whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
any means of control	an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
	a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
	hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it

rein (verb)	strap (verb)
keep in check	secure (a sprained joint) with a strap
stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins	sharpen with a strap
stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins	tie with a strap
control and direct with or as if by reins	beat severely with a whip or rod

Difference between rein and strap

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