bridling

/B R AY1 D AH0 L IH0 NG/
verb
  1. 1

    To put a bridle on.

  2. 2

    To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue.

  3. 3

    To show hostility or resentment.

  4. 4

    To hold up one's head proudly or affectedly.

Synonyms

noun
  1. 1

    The act of one who bridles.

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