[{"word":"bridles","phonetics":[],"meanings":[{"partOfSpeech":"noun","definitions":[{"definition":"The headgear with which a horse is directed and which carries a bit and reins.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"A restraint; a curb; a check.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"A length of line or cable attached to two parts of something to spread the force of a pull, as the rigging on a kite for attaching line.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"A mooring hawser.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"A piece in the interior of a gunlock which holds in place the tumbler, sear, etc.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"A gesture expressing pride or vanity.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]}],"synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"partOfSpeech":"verb","definitions":[{"definition":"To put a bridle on.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"To check, restrain, or control with, or as if with, a bridle; as in bridle your tongue.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"To show hostility or resentment.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]},{"definition":"To hold up one's head proudly or affectedly.","synonyms":[],"antonyms":[]}],"synonyms":["restrain"],"antonyms":[]}],"license":{"name":"CC BY-SA 3.0","url":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0"},"sourceUrls":["https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/bridle","https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/bridles"]}]